Water Lilies Dance was inspired by one of Monet’s Water Lily paintings—part of his iconic series that has mesmerized generations. I’ve always admired Monet’s work, especially the way he captured light, movement, and emotion through color.
I love his quote “When you go out to paint, try to forget what objects you have before you, a tree, a house, a field, or whatever. Merely think, here is a little square of blue, here an oblong of pink, here a streak of yellow.” It’s something I remind myself to do when painting. It’s a magical way to bring something to life.
I admire how he could take the simplest scenes like his series on haystacks and create multiple variations depicting how light changes the beauty of nature. I especially like to look closely at his brushstrokes and layered hues that bring his artwork to life. It’s gentle, fluid, and full of feeling.
Creating this piece was a way for me to slow down and truly appreciate the mastery behind Monet’s art. I didn’t approach this painting with a personal story or emotional message, as I often do. This time, I simply wanted to connect with beauty for beauty’s sake. To let color and movement guide me. To feel joy in the process.
While many of my works are rooted in meaning—tied to memories, people, or experiences—this one was more about stillness and presence. I always welcome viewers to find their own reflections in my work, but sometimes, it’s okay to just be with a painting. To sit quietly with it. To notice how the colors make you feel. To breathe in a moment of peace and serenity.
My hope is that Water Lilies Dance gives you that—a gentle pause, a moment of comfort, and a reminder to appreciate the simple beauty around us. Because even a small moment of tranquility can make a lasting impression.
