Step Out a Little Further: The Meaning Behind the Painting

Step Out a Little Further: The Meaning Behind the Painting

This painting has been a journey—one filled with uncertainty, adjustments, and ultimately, revelation. It has gone through multiple stages, as I struggled to find the right balance, particularly with the skin tone. Even after listing it, something didn’t sit right. The hand, kept pulling at my attention, nagging at me. And then, just like that, the realisation hit—like a wave crashing over me.

As I reflected on the painting’s evolution, I was struck by how it embodies a desperate plea to break free from the depths. And what better metaphor for that feeling than a rogue wave? If you’ve ever attempted surfing, you know the sensation: battling against the waves, trying to push past them, only to be knocked back again and again. It’s an experience that demands resilience, just like the pursuit of our dreams.

So, I embraced the imagery of a wave—painting it from memory, letting the movement flow organically. With each brushstroke, I poured more of the emotion I had initially intended, allowing the piece to tell its story. painting is here

This process got me thinking about how life mirrors the ocean. Once we step past the crashing waves, there’s a moment of calm. But then we’re left waiting—adrift in uncertainty. It’s the same when chasing a dream: you push forward, caught in the exhilarating chaos of effort and fear, only to reach a stillness that feels like… nothing. Silence. A pause. Waiting for something to happen.

But if we step out just a little further, beyond the turbulence, we find the true calm. And if we wait a little longer, the next wave will find us—bringing momentum, direction, and unexpected opportunities.

After months of reworking and refining, I finally feel at peace with this piece. It now holds the movement and energy I envisioned from the start. I hope it resonates with you, that it finds you in the place you need it most, just as it did for me.