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Beyond

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The passing of someone we love is always hard, especially when that person passes before their expected time. This particular person was a dearly loved son, brother, husband, father, friend and more. He is so cherished by many. I’m sure the memories of this dear man will live on in many hearts. He lived a beautiful life. The main memories I have of him was as a school friend. We both played in the concert band and Jazz band. I always admired his skill in music. He was an amazing flautist. He always had confidence, intelligence and a smile to go with it. Yet also, a quietness and respect of people and the world around him.  This painting is a dedication to him, his life and to his family. It is an intuitive painting. I saw three things I wanted to paint, the first being coral, that had heads like the keys of a flute, a water fall and a male Huia bird. Each hold meaning which I will try my best to relay. Firstly the water fall is symbolising life, the undying love for his family

Knight of Humility

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A knight…A protector… A servant who fights darkness in order to uphold all that is good in this world. One who faces many challenges and battles through them, growing in strength and character each time.   Tests! Life's challenges! Why do we have them? They make the heart ache, they push us to breaking point…We may even feel like we are breaking. Our heart suffers because we love so much. “But inasmuch as the divine Purpose hath decreed that the true should be known from the false, and the sun from the shadow, He hath, therefore, in every season sent down upon mankind the showers of tests from His realm of glory.”  - Baha’u’llah The knight reminds me of these challenges, but with his armour, he can face anything and not be harmed. His heart remains protected. He remains firm and he withstands the severity of the storm. So what is this armour the Knight wears, what is this golden sheild crowning his helmet, the red feathers and between, a blue sapphire stone? Th