Ode to Persephone is a simple yet evocative depiction of three pomegranates, a fruit long associated with the myth of Persephone. In the painting, the deep reds of the pomegranates contrast with a soft, muted background, reflecting the fruit's symbolism of both life and death, and the transition between seasons.

The pomegranate has long been seen as a symbol of fertility and the cycles of nature, linked to Persephone’s journey between the underworld and the world above. By focusing on these three fruits, I aim to capture that sense of change and transformation. The loose, textured brushstrokes bring a sense of movement, while the gentle use of space allows the pomegranates to stand as the focal point of the piece.

In this work, I wanted to explore themes of growth, decay, and the quiet beauty found in nature’s cycles.

Mixed media on paper, framed in antique frame w 47.5 x h 37cm (framed w 71 x h 61 cm)