The work

About the work.

Letting Go Contemporary Watercolour Portrait | Faces of Recovery Collection Letting Go is an expressive contemporary watercolour portrait exploring the freedom found in surrender, acceptance and the release of things we can no longer control. A woman tilts her face towards the light, her eyes gently closed in a moment of quiet liberation. Her peaceful expression conveys a sense of release, as though the weight of past experiences is gradually giving way to acceptance and the possibility of something new. A striking circular composition of warm amber, coral and burnt orange contrasts with cool washes of turquoise, teal and deep blue. Translucent geometric shapes intersect across the figure, creating a layered interplay of light, shadow and colour. Fluid pigments, delicate splashes and softly dissolving edges introduce movement and spontaneity, contrasting with the structured geometry of the composition. Part of the Faces of Recovery collection, Letting Go explores a significant moment in personal transformation: the realisation that moving forward does not always require greater effort, but sometimes the courage to release our grip on what cannot be changed. The contrast between geometric precision and freely flowing watercolour reflects this delicate balance between control and surrender. As the rigid forms dissolve into softer, organic washes, the composition suggests a gradual transition from resistance towards acceptance. Both uplifting and contemplative, Letting Go celebrates the quiet strength found in relinquishing the past, embracing uncertainty and allowing life to unfold with renewed freedom and possibility.

Details

Size

29.7 x 42 x 0.1 cm

Rarity

Unique work

Medium

Watercolour

Year

2026