dharanya • 15 • Westmeath

12-15 Category   •  2026
This artwork represents nature as a shared space where every living being has an equal right to exist, thrive, and enjoy its beauty. Nature does not belong solely to humans; it belongs to all creatures who depend on it for life and harmony. At the centre of the painting, a graceful swan glides peacefully across calm waters, surrounded by a lush green landscape and a flowing waterfall. The swan symbolises wildlife living freely within its natural environment, undisturbed and in balance with its surroundings. Its quiet presence reminds us that animals, too, experience and enjoy the beauty of nature, just as humans do. The waterfall represents the continuous cycle of life and the natural balance that sustains the Earth. The surrounding trees and greenery highlight nature’s role as a provider and protector for all species. Together, these elements create a scene of harmony, showing how nature flourishes when left pure and respected. Through this artwork, the message is clear: humans are not owners of nature, but caretakers of it. As part of the natural world, we have a responsibility to protect the environment and use its resources in a sustainable way, ensuring that future generations — human and non-human alike — can continue to enjoy its beauty. This is nature — not as a possession, but as a shared home for all living beings.