This piece is about the free gifts of love, friendship, family and commUNITY..

SYMBOLISM

The dots represent community; a group of people we belong to. Many parts making up a greater whole.

The circle symbolises the globe/world. Representing wholeness, completion and unity.

The vine also speaks of the gifts of belonging to family and community; different branches stemming from the one root source, bearing fruit and foliage, growing upwards in maturity and reaching for the sun. All parts connected and dependent on the work of the group.

The vase symbolises fulfilment and purpose. A vessel that can be filled by the nurturing, support and care of those we belong to. This love fills us up to do good work and in turn, fill the vessels of others.

The matching, connecting wave shapes represent ‘coming together’ and the goal of unity.

The bowl is about giving and receiving in relation to others. We need both to belong and thrive. A symbol of using our unique gifts in service.

Limited edition fine art print available in 3 sizes.

Only 10 editions of each size. Made to order in Melbourne.

Giclee print on textured, French cotton paper.

Hand signed, numbered and stamped, 2023.

A piece form Octavia’s first solo show exploring the meaning of belonging.