'T is not too late to seek a newer world

Wave Series 3, hydrocal, 46 x 35 x 25 cm, Cynthia Willett, 2022

Landscapes in transition, oil on wooden panel, 30x50 cm, Peter Sansom, 2022

The idea for this artwork appeared long ago, and I think that creating it has given me a new strength to continue looking for the light.

My illustration speaks of resilience, of darkness, and of the light that surrounds us (even in the subtle sparks of light you see here). These sparks or fireflies could represent friends, messages, good literature, music, hugs, smiles, or just a cup of tea in silence). It speaks of taking a decision to stand up against all odds and move (even when we feel like covering our eyes with our hair). It speaks of nature, and of a path to be walked. We are the only ones who can walk our path.

Art and artist statement by Sole Afra Martinez

The Fountain of Life Oil painting on aluminum, Mieke van Os, 2022, 70 cm b x 90 cm h x 0,4 d

The angel stands on a pier, deep in thought

Handsome head tilted slightly to the side,

his body has found the peace his mind sought

the clouded sky of wind and thoughts stays wild

Gentle strength and quiet self-confidence

the still waters of the bay are his heart

The strong stone pier, which today does present

Lures with false whispers to delay his start

One step, two, and there is no solid ground

Just the distant shore, the bay, and the sky

Murky depths try to frighten and confound

But can’t deter the angel from his way

Angels don’t stumble when faced with the unknown

they walk across the waves, and never drown

Aki Halme