Steam-set, French silk dye on 100% Habotai silk
9" x 12” silk mounted on 11” x 14” x 2” gessoed canvas framed in a solid wooden frame finished in a rich walnut stain.
Messenger in Red is an 11 x 14 inch silk painting of a cardinal perched attentively on a branch, his body leaning forward as if listening or preparing to respond to something unseen. The background moves in fluid lines of lavender, red, violet, and touches of coral, drifting across a tranquil blue sky. The natural flow of dye on silk creates a sense of air and quiet motion, as though the wind itself is carrying a message.
The red cardinal is often regarded as a spiritual messenger, a vivid reminder of a loved one near in memory and presence. His brilliant crimson form stands as a symbol of connection that transcends distance and time, offering comfort, reassurance, and the feeling that we are never truly alone. In this piece, he becomes a guardian of the in between moments, where grief softens into love and remembrance transforms into warmth.
Messenger in Red invites you to pause, to notice, and to trust the signs that arrive gently. It is a painting about presence, devotion, and the enduring thread that binds hearts together.
An original artwork by Laura Fox-Wallis
Fine art prints are available upon request. Please email Laura at RootedExpressions@gmail.com.
SHIPPING & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Local pickup in the Austin area is available
Painting is sealed and ready to hang
Orders will be processed within one week of purchase
The artwork will be professionally packed and shipped
Note: Colors may vary due to monitor settings and/or photography lighting
Steam-set, French silk dye on 100% Habotai silk
9" x 12” silk mounted on 11” x 14” x 2” gessoed canvas framed in a solid wooden frame finished in a rich walnut stain.
Messenger in Red is an 11 x 14 inch silk painting of a cardinal perched attentively on a branch, his body leaning forward as if listening or preparing to respond to something unseen. The background moves in fluid lines of lavender, red, violet, and touches of coral, drifting across a tranquil blue sky. The natural flow of dye on silk creates a sense of air and quiet motion, as though the wind itself is carrying a message.
The red cardinal is often regarded as a spiritual messenger, a vivid reminder of a loved one near in memory and presence. His brilliant crimson form stands as a symbol of connection that transcends distance and time, offering comfort, reassurance, and the feeling that we are never truly alone. In this piece, he becomes a guardian of the in between moments, where grief softens into love and remembrance transforms into warmth.
Messenger in Red invites you to pause, to notice, and to trust the signs that arrive gently. It is a painting about presence, devotion, and the enduring thread that binds hearts together.
An original artwork by Laura Fox-Wallis
Fine art prints are available upon request. Please email Laura at RootedExpressions@gmail.com.
SHIPPING & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Local pickup in the Austin area is available
Painting is sealed and ready to hang
Orders will be processed within one week of purchase
The artwork will be professionally packed and shipped
Note: Colors may vary due to monitor settings and/or photography lighting
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