Artist Statement
Serenity
Victoria Durey
This piece is a representation of the beauty and kindness that exists in all forms of life. By showcasing my pets surrounded by a bed of clovers, I’m highlighting the importance of cherishing and respecting all living beings, no matter their species. It’s my way of promoting empathy and love for all creatures. My four canvases piece together like a puzzle, creating the shape of a human heart. This image represents my love for my pets.
Growing up, I spent a lot of time outdoors admiring nature and all the life that it holds. My father was the one who brought this fascination into my life, he would take me on adventures to find insects and amphibians and it truly sparked my love for nature early on. I also cared for many pets, ranging from invertebrates to reptiles to mammals, I found appreciation in the creatures that most people found disturbing, and learned from a really young age that kindness comes in all shapes and sizes.
My mother is an artist and used to decorate cakes, she inspired me from day one and always encouraged me to be creative. Using my mother’s cake decorating supplies and some acrylic gel medium, I created clovers and flowers to use in this piece. The foliage represents serenity to me, and the idea of relaxing among nature