Elements
'Elements' explores the depths of the ocean and the heights of the heavens. Standing in front of these paintings, it is easy for the viewer to become lost in the folds of the brush strokes that highlight the interaction of light with shadows.
“And forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair” ~ Khalil Gibran
The name “Yousef” means God Will Increase and is of Arabic origin.
Partly Inspired by Paolo Coelho’s “The Alchemist” and based on a true story about a boy’s fate.
Just the way the universe aligns it’s stars to form what we believe is our destiny, “Yousef’s” fate has been altered by his thoughts and experiences.
In the book the word “Maktub" comes up repeatedly. It is Arabic for "it is written." The concept comes from the Islamic notion that Allah writes one's destiny and whatever we experience occurs because it is meant to be.
Alchemy, the central symbol of the book, entails coaxing metal to achieve its own Personal Legend to turn into gold.
“We must look at the lens through which we see the world, as well as the world we see, and that the lens itself shapes how we interpret the world”. ~ Stephen R. Covey
"Man must rise above Earth to the top of the atmosphere and beyond, for only then will he fully understand the world in which he lives" – Socrates (469-399 BC)
Stella Maris is Latin for “star of the sea.” While this star is a trustworthy guide for sailors, the name Stella Maris was actually in reference to the Virgin Mary. Beginning in the fourth century and through the Middle Ages, Western Christians understood the name Mary as meaning “Star of the sea.”
Saffron is a representation of a traditional Hindu wedding that are vibrant, culture rich festivities. The rich fusion colors depict a celebration of togetherness, binding and status.
Queen Of Spades
Written by ‘Paige Rodrigues’
I’ve gone through the impossible
Made it through the storm
Climbed the Mount Everest
Wrestled with the wild gorillas
Ran a marathon
Swam the Pacific Ocean
Walked through the desert
Played cards no one expected
Survived the cannibals
And sacrificed valuable things
Just to be where I am today
I am the ‘Queen of Spades’
"She's fire and ice... You'll crave the burn and fear the cold..." Riya Avasthi
Sold at World Art Dubai 2019.
The painting depicts intense love, passion, drive and strength, reflections of emotional stability and zest for interdependent companionship.
There are 3 common lemons — Bearss, Eureka and Lisbon
Lemons are a favourite backyard citrus plant. “Eureka” is more preferred because it bears fruit year-round.
Wealthy Victorians grew lemons in their homes as a sign of wealth and power.
"When you do things from your soul, you feel a river moving in you, a joy." - Rumi
“Life is pure adventure and the sooner we realize that, the quicker we will be able to treat life as art.” ~ Maya Angelou