"The Torch Doth Not Burn Tonight" by @cirius_s (oil on Belgian linen canvas with crystals and wax) is FULL of complex narratives, and Cirius was kind enough to lift the veil on this, just for you...
Tattoo: 5.3.317-318
"For never was a story of more woe than this of Juliet and her Romeo."
Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, a tragic story about revenge, love and death - a classic love story thatâs been told and retold to every generation since first hitting the stage in 1594.
"In this painting I set the tone of the scene, Julietâs final moments of life. We can begin with Julietâs position in this painting - here she unknowingly reads the storybook âRomeo and Juliet" and learns of her fate, and with this she resolves to take her own life.
The book - a symbol of her reality - was added reinforcing that this story is her story. Juliet continues to read, discovering her tragic destiny. She shows the beginnings of increasing self-possession and confidence that ultimately lead her to seek her own fate, rather than a destiny imposed upon her by her parents or what seems to be.
Moving along the painting you can find other symbols representing the tragic aftermath of Julietâs dying moment. The withered roses left on the side were once buoyant in vibrant colour and unconscious love, are now left on the ground lifeless. Juliet compared Romeo to a rose and that if a rose were given another name; it would still be a rose in its essence.
Candles were added to represent energy and light, but not for long. These are the same candles that symbolized elemental magic; a source of creation. The burnt out candles now show that Juliet has passed on to the spirit realm. A cross bar was placed next to Juliet, showing her character as having a life of her own just as Shakespeare had intended.
In this painting Juliet is portrayed as Shakespeareâs marionette, sheâs become a visual metaphor for his ideas and she exists as an independent soul. Shakespeare never sidelined his female characters, even in a time when women were not allowed to perform on stage."
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Have you got your copy of the Beautiful Bizarre Magazine Issue 34 yet?
Its so beautiful and super inspiring. Grab your copy at https://store.beautifulbizarre.net/product/issue-34/ [link in our profile]
Thanks to @bellaharrisart for her beautiful photograph. Gorgeous cover by @cookienamnam â€
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Perfect glazing by @annejuulchristophersen as she finalises her beautiful painting, Harvest Moon đđ
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Need some witchy vibes? We got you.
âI know youâre a serious lady, living off a teacup full of cherries. Nobody knows where you are living, nobody knows where you areâ
Charcoal, graphite and ink on paper 2021, by @velvet__ghost on IG.
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EXHIBITION PREVIEW // Mark your calendars now because this weekend Haven Gallery proudly presents the solo exhibitions of @sui_yumeshima, @laverinne, and lishanmei_art! Visit www.beautifulbizarre.net today [link in our profile] for details and a preview by @bellaharrisart.
Opening Reception: Saturday, October 23, 2021 | 5-7pm
Exhibition Dates: October 23 â November 28, 2021
Sui Yumeshima, Invisible Spirits
The portrait of Water (H2O)
acrylic painting, mixed media, gold leaf on canvas
20 x 16 in
(50.8 x 40.64 cm)
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"Three Witchy Sisters!" by @strangeling certainly sets the tone for Halloween. What's your favorite part of the season? đ€
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Artist + Artist editorial featuring an intimate conversation between artist couple @shane_scribner & @scribnerspaint coming in the December issue of Beautiful Bizarre Magazine!
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NEW BLOG POST // Delve into the dreamy atmosphere of @francoisedefelice's beautiful paintings. Learn more about her intriguing aesthetic and creative spirit today on www.beautifulbizarre.net [link in our profile] in an article by @purapari_.
"My characters stare at nothing and everything. Their eyes drift away. They aspire to transcend the ordinary." - Françoise de Felice.
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