"Mountain Roses" Original Art

This painting is a story of contrasts. The mountains are layered in deep blues and blacks, their shadows stretching into the unknown. There’s a mystery in them, a sense of the unknown, a question of what lies within. But then—right in the middle of it all—bright, bold roses bloom.

They stand out, defiantly beautiful against the darker tones, as if to remind us that light and beauty exist even in the most unexpected places. The warm glow of the sun hits them just right, a gentle reassurance that no matter how shadowed the path may seem, there is always something guiding us forward. This piece brings both depth and joy into a space—a pop of color, a touch of wonder, and a reminder that even in uncertainty, beauty finds its way through.

11x14" size with acrylic paint on mounted canvas. 2024 by Rachel Madsen. Canvas is finished with acrylic finisher.

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