Caroline Kraus Art
Wash Away | Original Oil on Canvas | 120cm x 60cm | Framed
Wash Away | Original Oil on Canvas | 120cm x 60cm | Framed
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- Framed in Birch Floating Frame
- Stretched Canvas
- Ready to hang
- Hand signed
- Certificate of Authenticity
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From Darkness to Light: The Journey of a Painting and a Personal Transformation.
Every painting has a story, but some are more deeply tied to the artist's journey than others. This seascape, which now radiates beauty, energy, and calm, began as something very different - a reflection of uncertainty, turbulence, and a struggle to see beyond the storm. For years, this piece sat unfinished, suspended in time, much like the emotions I carried when I first began it.
I remember vividly when this painting started: the waters were darker, the waves seemed heavier, and the sky loomed, cloaked in shadow. It mirrored the uncertainty I was experiencing in my own life at the time, a period when the horizon felt unclear, and progress seemed stalled. I left the work unfinished, unable to resolve either the painting or what I was feeling. It became a quiet reminder that sometimes things take time.
Years later, I returned to the canvas with fresh eyes and a new perspective, ready to give the piece the light and energy it needed. The water became vibrant, the waves moved with a sense of life, and the rocks stood steadfast, reminding me of resilience.
Looking at the finished work now, the story is clear. The ocean, wild yet beautiful, reminds us of the strength it takes to weather life’s storms. The rocks, unyielding against the crashing waves, symbolize resilience and grounding. And the sky, with its parting clouds and hints of brightness, speaks of transformation and the promise of light after darkness.


