Ben Barrow - New Self

Tell us about 'New Self'

This piece is an inspired self-portrait. I see it as a chance to let go of all things and look within. To examine the importance of the spirit within one’s self and return to a state of natural peace that may have gotten lost. It portrays a simple way of sitting still, taking a moment to relax the imagination and step away from the stresses of life, slowing down thoughts and returning to the present moment. There’s something in stillness where reality catches up on me easily. It happened to me whilst I painted this. A time out to look within is an opportunity to overcome and discover a new self in stillness.

Medium
Oil
Size (h x w)

110 x 75 centimetres
Guide Price
£1500

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