Art x Adẹ

This painting was created in November 2020 and is inspired by the biblical story of the prodigal son. While the story is widely known, my interpretation is deeply personal. It reflects moments from my own young adult life, where I witnessed, and in some ways experienced, the journey of departure, struggle, and return. , The central embrace represents acceptance beyond judgment, while the dark path speaks to the trials that often precede restoration. The surrounding village and figures are not just background, they are witnesses, much like society, family, and memory, which observe our journeys whether we realise it or not. This work is not about perfection in form, but truth in experience. It is a reminder that no matter how far one travels, there is always a path that leads back.

My exploration of different media has been an integral part of my artistic journey, as I continually seek new ways to represent the world around me. This particular piece marks one of my early experiments with rock painting, inspired by a memorable holiday in the seaside town of Bognor Regis. The rocks were part of the seaside memorabilia I brought home. Simple and natural keepsakes that carried with them the atmosphere and quiet beauty of the shore. Transforming one of these stones into a painted surface gave me a way to extend that experience beyond the moment. During that time, I was captivated by the lively presence of birds along the coast all gracefully moving through the air and coexisting with the vibrant seaside environment. Their energy, colour, and freedom left a lasting impression on me, and it felt only natural to make them the subject of my first attempt at painting on stone. This small rock painting therefore carries more than just an image; it embodies a che...