Riders of The Storm

Medium: Mixed media on canvas and board; 2-level painting on 3 panels; Framed Size:69 x 145 x 6.5 cm Weight: 6.2 kg Date: 2010-2020 To me, this painting portrays the dynamic forces that shape life. It illustrates the never-ending struggle between opposing elements: chaos and order, the hidden and the manifest. In the background, a stretch of dark, stormy water dominates the scene, symbolizing the raw, untamed nature of existence before the emergence of life—chaotic, cold, and formless. There is a complementary contrast on display. The foreground features a lively group of vibrant, colourful fish gracefully navigating the turbulent waves. These fish represent life, order, purpose, and hope. Their collective movement, entering from the lower left and ascending to the upper right, embodies the pursuit of high goals achieved through trust and cooperation among the members of a community. The composition conveys a profound message: having a clear purpose in life, coupled with relentless effort and unity, makes life truly meaningful.