Comfort and Care is a floral-themed exhibition that honours the quiet strength of caregivers, the healing journey of those living with illness, and the profound impact of compassion on mental well-being. Through vivid blossoms and expressive brushwork, artist Walter explores the therapeutic power of art — both as a personal refuge and a tribute to those who walk beside us in times of vulnerability. Set within the compassionate environment of Ontario Shores, this collection invites visitors to reflect, connect, and find solace in beauty that speaks without words
Artist of the Year 2025, International Prize Artist of the year to Patrick Joosten issued by Effeto Arte Fundation. Patrick Joosten is a distinguished abstract painter, renowned for his idiosyncratic artistic style and prodigious creativity. Born in the cultural hub of Paris, Joosten has forged an independent path in the art world, driven by his innate curiosity and an unwavering passion for creative expression.
A strong, yet delicate force radiates from Caelthorne's latest artwork: "The Great Female Elephant"—a drawing not merely of just an African woman, but one that represents all women who carry generations on their shoulders. Strong monochrome colors, suggests that Caelthorne did not want to influence the viewer's own opinion or emotional relation, by influence of bold colors. "This time, it's important that the soul of the woman is seen, than merely just her appearance - whoever she may be" says Caelthorne. Resilience, content and a feeling of "home" comes to mind with this portrait with a dash of gold, to emphasize the "rich" and "wealth" of women - almost metaphoric of a crown woven from lineage, life, struggle, past, successes, celebrations, bad times, good times etc. The thin "root" lines on the headwrap and garment stretches without end, to echo the trees of Africa. The symbol of growth, memory and unbroken connection to the land. "Mother" Earth, gives life to "The Great Female Elephant" who in turn gives life to others again. The circle of life is quite dramatically depicted on the background of the portrait in strong, blackened charcoal in circular movements, pointing to the queens of the world. She is mother, she is life. She is queen. Available: £425 For more information, see the rest of the article here: https://www.caelthorne.art/2025/06/thegreatfemaleelephant.html
