In Nature of Happiness, I wanted to explore the light, buoyant feeling of pure contentment. For me, happiness isn't a static state; it’s a living, growing thing—much like a sprawling vine of summer jasmine. I chose a palette of sun-drenched yellows, crisp whites, and misty sage greens to create an atmosphere that feels both fresh and timeless.
Using my palette knife, I sculpted the 'blooms' into a soft, airy impasto, letting the colors drift across a muted, atmospheric background. While painting this, I felt a sense of immense gratitude; I wanted to capture the way light filters through trees on a perfect morning. To me, the organic movement of the yellow clusters represents the spontaneous, unforced joy we find when we connect with the natural world.
Nature of Happiness
France, 2023
Oil on Canvas
100x150cm
Ready to hang
