yimo • 17 • Dublin
16-18 Category • 2026This mixed media artwork explores the beauty and interconnectedness of the natural world. In modern life, nature is often overlooked, yet it is full of balance, intelligence, and quiet wonder. This piece invites viewers to slow down, observe more closely, and reconnect with the natural environment as something we are part of, not separate from. The artwork is divided into two connected sections. The left side focuses on raw, organic materials, combining acrylic paint with real wood bark, dried leaves, grasses, and plants. These materials allow nature to physically exist within the artwork rather than simply being represented. The owl, fox, and butterfly symbolize wisdom, curiosity, and transformation, while the rough textures and earthy tones reflect the untamed and imperfect beauty of nature. The right side presents a more imaginative interpretation of a forest environment. Clay, acrylic paint, chalk pastels, and dried plants are used to create deer, mushrooms, and forest floor details. The deer represents gentleness and the strong relationship between animals and their surroundings, while mushrooms highlight the small but essential organisms that support ecosystems. This side has a slightly dreamlike quality, expressing the sense of wonder nature inspires. By combining real natural materials with sculpted and painted elements, this work blurs the boundary between art and nature. It reflects the idea that humans are not separate from the natural world, but part of an interconnected system. The artwork celebrates nature’s beauty, balance, and diversity, and encourages respect and care for the environment.
