Valérie Fernandes Carreira

Tecnica : Brushes and acrylic paint
Anno : 2025
Dimensioni : 50 X 80 CM
Descrizione :

In this deeply symbolic canvas, I pay tribute to my late mother, a Leo woman — strong, courageous, and determined. The female figure, with her back to a mirror, is dressed in blue, the colour of introspection and serenity. In the reflection, however, we do not see her face, but that of a lion: majestic, intense, with a penetrating gaze and an imposing mane.
This contrast between the visible and the reflected reveals the inner essence of the woman portrayed — and, by extension, of my mother. The work invites the viewer to contemplate the invisible power that inhabits every being: the strength that cannot be seen, but can be felt; the silent roar of memory and love that remains.
More than a painting, Reflection of the Soul is a tribute to the presence that transcends absence. A celebration of feminine courage, emotional heritage, and the light that continues to shine even after departure.