Mirror of life

Mirror of Life – Original Pastel 3D Art (Framed)
Delve into the wonders of perception with "Mirror of Life", a captivating 2022 piece that blends soft pastel aesthetics with profound symbolic depth.
The Vision: Reality vs. Illusion
What is real, and what is merely a reflection? This painting features a vibrant bird whose image shimmers in the water, symbolizing the often-distorted way we perceive our own lives. It asks the viewer: what lies on the other side of the mirror? Inspired by the beauty of nature and the infinite possibilities of the imagination, this work is a meditative window into the soul.
Artistic Mastery:
Convex 3D Surface: The painting boasts a rich, tactile texture that physically rises from the canvas. Underneath the visible layers, subtle shapes of butterflies are hidden, representing the fleeting thoughts and dreams that dwell beneath the surface of our reality.
Golden Contours: Both the bird and its watery reflection are outlined with delicate gold leaf, creating a bridge between the physical and the ethereal.
Pastel & Metallic Fusion: Soft, dreamy acrylics are enhanced with metallic paint, giving the piece a magical, luminous quality that shifts with the light.
Specifications:
Artist: Elwira Bernaciak (Irish Visual Artist, Carlow)
Title: Mirror of Life
Year: 2022
Medium: Original Acrylic, Gold Leaf & Mixed Media on Canvas
Dimensions: 30 cm x 30 cm (approx. 38 cm x 38 cm with frame)
Authenticity: Signed by the artist with a Certificate of Authenticity included.
Presentation: Professionally framed in a clean white frame that perfectly complements the pastel palette.