Description
24 x 48 inches
Oil on canvas | Unframed | Finished edges | Ready to hang
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Red Roses is a textured oil painting that explores the quiet power of self-worth. At first glance, it appears to be a simple still life — vibrant red roses gathered in a black-and-white vase — but beneath its simplicity lies a deeper emotional truth.
This piece depicts a vase I loved and kept for many years, a symbol of personal history and emotional grounding. Each rose is rich with thick texture, painted with intention and care, yet one flower has fallen — a quiet detail that suggests the toll of overextending oneself for love.
At the bottom of the painting, the words “Be honest with yourself” are written on the surface like a whispered reminder. This work is a reflection on self-love, boundaries, and the importance of valuing oneself, especially in the context of relationships where giving too much can lead to emotional depletion.
Mood: Reflective, intimate, empowering
Main Colors: Crimson red, slate gray, ivory white, matte black
Inspiration: Red Roses is not just about flowers in a vase — it's about the courage to pause, reflect, and reclaim your own worth. It speaks to anyone who has loved deeply and is learning, perhaps for the first time, to love themselves just as fiercely.
