Artwork Collection

The Meaning of Things

The Meaning of Things explores issues of sustainability and consumption in a world slowly being saturated by material possessions. The series includes three paintings that are intended to reflect the past, present, and future state of our planet. Each painting captures a moment in time that speaks to their respective moment in time; the series serves as a gentle reminder of our position within the environment.

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Just As it Was
Just As it Was

Painting

Just As it Was

Part of the series "The Meaning of Things", the painting “Just As it Was” reflects on the past state of our environment, when the earth was whole, and we were surrounded by an abundance of resources. It serves as a gentle nod to the our habits of... More

Waiting for Tomorrow
Waiting for Tomorrow

Painting

Waiting for Tomorrow

The piece “Waiting for Tomorrow” is intended to serve as a gentle reflection of the current state of our planet. The fragmented shapes represent the shredded pieces of our material possessions that we are consumed by from day to day.

Where Do We Go From Here
Where Do We Go From Here

Painting

Where Do We Go From Here

"Where Do We Go From Here" serves as a final nod to the potential future we face as a result of overconsumption and the depletion of our resources. The series serves as a gentle reminder of our position within the environment, and how our... More

Work by

Raquel Da Silva

“Raquels work is an exploration of how 2 and 3-dimensional forms and shapes can work together to create an environment. Her work explores different methods of storytelling in order to develop an...” [More]