This still life came about after doing some research about symbolism and what certain fruit mean in oil paintings. Pears can symbolize longevity. My daughter Carli and my late son, Bodhi, helped me envision this piece. The whole pear represents my daughter, and the sliced pear represents my short-lived son. My intent in this piece was to let the observer know that sometimes art can be created through therapy from a tragedy. Painting is a form of my therapy. Maybe this piece may have the same symbolic interpretation to others in a somewhat similar situation. Whatever interpretation the viewer may have, I am glad you took a look.
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