"Strength & Pride" by Clara Bernardi

Acrylic on canvas with real white gold overlay

In "Strength and Pride", two ibexes face each other in an alpine landscape. Their interlocking horns emphasize the moment of tension and dynamism. The composition combines realistic attention to detail with an expressive color scheme, while the somewhat rustic-looking white gold overlay deliberately creates light reflections and highlights the structures of the horns.

The contrasts between dark areas of fur, bright green and cool rock formations create a powerful pictorial effect that reflects the balance between the force of nature and artistic precision.

This image invites us to reflect on the importance of strength and pride in our own lives - the courage to face challenges and recognize our own strength.