Safe Travels

This painting captures the evolution of human ingenuity through the symbol of one of the most significant inventions that has connected civilizations for centuries: the bridge. Beginning with an ancient Roman bridge, its weathered stones stand as a testament to the foundational role of early engineering in uniting distant lands and people. From this historic structure, the bridge seamlessly transforms into a modern cable-stayed bridge, marked by its sleek, delta-shaped pylon. This transition symbolizes not only the advancement of technology but also the enduring essence of connection across time.

The juxtaposition of these two bridges expands outward into a complex, transportation-themed network, symbolizing the various pathways we take through life. The intersections and nodes within this network represent the choices, opportunities, and challenges encountered on our personal journeys, much like the intricate routes of modern transportation systems.

In the foreground, a tree mirrors these connections, its branches and roots reflecting the neural pathways of the human brain and the internal flow of energy within the body. The roadways of the modern world, the tree’s sprawling form, and the cosmic order above all merge in a unified vision of interconnectedness—both external and internal. This duality, encapsulated in the phrase ‘as above, so below,’ speaks to the safe travels of the inner self, the spiritual passage, as well as the physical endeavors we undertake on the road ahead. The painting, thus, becomes a meditation on the harmonious blend of nature, human innovation, and the journey through life, where the bridges we build—literal and metaphorical—are vital conduits of progress and self-discovery.