Stillness

Original charcoal drawing on rice paper collaged onto acid-free watercolor paper, 29.7x42 cm, 190gsm. Treated with fixative for lasting quality and presented in a simple frame. Also available as a fine art print in various sizes.

This expressive charcoal drawing captures a moment of reflection. A woman with a Monarch butterfly, surrounded by a soft wash of pink watercolor. It’s is like she is unaware of it as her head is bowed and her eyes are closed. As if a blessing landed on her in a moment of stillness. The delicate contrast between the bold, monochromatic figure and the gentle blush of background evokes a sense of transformation through stillness, and inner strength.

Part of my Unspoken collection, this piece explores the emotional weight carried in stillness. The Monarch—a timeless symbol of change and resilience—becomes an emblem of personal metamorphosis. The title Stillness speaks to the subtle inner movements we make when navigating growth, healing, and self-reclamation. Alternatively, Monarch brings focus to the symbol itself, echoing themes of freedom, migration, and the beauty of fragile strength.

Through a blend of figurative precision and expressive mark-making, the work bridges realism and abstraction. It invites quiet contemplation and offers a sense of hope and grace. The addition of soft watercolor brings a warmth and softness to the composition, complementing minimalist, modern, or bohemian interiors.

Fine Art Giclée Print Details:

Printed on luxurious Hahnemühle German Etching 300gsm archival paper, this high-quality giclée print preserves every detail of the original charcoal texture and watercolor nuance.

Available Print Sizes:

• A2: 42 x 59.4 cm / 16.5 x 23.4”
• A1: 59.4 x 84.1 cm / 23.4 x 33.1”

Box Frame Details:

• Solid ash, hand-stained and finished with specialist wax to enhance the natural grain
• Box profile: 20mm face x 33mm depth
• Perspex glaze
• Delivered ready to hang
• Includes giclée print with 100+ year colour guarantee

This artwork is a reflection on the quiet revolutions we go through, the moments of pause before flight. A beautiful piece for anyone drawn to themes of growth, emotional depth, and quiet empowerment.