描述
"Forget Me Not" is a testament to how love endures regardless of time, space, or even death. How it carves itself into us and the world around us. Binding us forever.
The elephant is often a symbol of remembrance. Its very form is carved in the stone enforcing the lasting memory and the permanence of love in the face of life's challenges. The climber's ascent on the elephant's cliff-like form signifies a journey of perseverance and the desire to hold onto the moments that define us. The heart, boldly painted, serves as a beacon of affection and a reminder of the passions that anchor our experiences. The word LOVE held like a treasure. Together, these elements are a reminder of the power of love and how it forms unforgettable imprints on the canvas of time.
The artwork was inspired when I found the face of an elephant carved into a cliff face in a photograph I had cut out of a magazine. The intention was to do a collage. The element reminded me of our beloved Valgal who passed away in 2023, and a painting of Shiva she had created.