Velvet Paths of Love, 30" x 40"

Velvet Paths of Love, 30" x 40"Oil on Canvas, 30 x 40 x 2 inches. This multilayered oil painting is part of Anastasias evocative series exploring Love and the journeys we take through life. Inspired by a serene meadow in the Vancouver areaone of her favorite plein air spots during the summerthis piece blends nature and emotion into a rich, conceptual landscape. Winding paths stretch across the canvas, each representing the unique and often unpredictable directions our lives can

depicting rays of sunshine illuminating an array of blooming wildflowers

The print was only unrolled to take these pictures for this listing then carefully placed back in a shipping tube

necessary distraction

the work commands attention without demanding it — offering a moment of calm clarity in a world of visual noise

Lake Tapps

my desire is to evoke the feeling of fulfillment that one experiences when standing near a wooded area

I am emphasizing the individual beauty of each flower

and amber hues alongside varying textures

while the airplane connects the ancient story with contemporary life

Anastasia’s signature use of light guides the viewer gently through the canvas

I reflect on how even small decisions can shape our lives and how avoiding a choice is often a choice itself

“This painting is based on a dream I had where I was caught in a storm that came on suddenly