Venerable Heart

15"x10" - art print

"Venerable Heart"
A Powerful Reclamation of Self

This haunting yet beautiful watercolor painting depicts an anatomically correct human heart, laid bare against a deep, shadowy backdrop. But rather than being viscerally exposed, the organ is adorned with a ornate crown, a single verdant gemstone glistening at its peak.

This deceptively simple composition speaks volumes about the journey of self-discovery, self-love, and self-prioritization. Having spent years figuratively "ripping out" my heart and emotional energies to give myself wholly to loved ones, partners, mentors and friends, I reached a breaking point of depletion.

"Venerable Heart" represents the pivotal realization that putting one's own core needs and feelings first is not an act of selfishness, but one of preservation. The crowned heart is a striking, visceral image of re-claiming autonomy over one's most vital essence after patterns of self-sacrifice.

Let this 15"x10" print inspire you to honor the "venerable heart" beating at the core of your being. Whether hanging in an entryway, living space, or meditation space, it can serve as an empowering talisman - giving you permission to unapologetically look inward before allowing your light to shine outward.

With its moody, evocative color palette and primitive, symbolic subject, this piece will be a powerful addition to any collection of deeply personal, emotionally resonant artworks.