It was a pleasure to visit this world-leading financial services company in the heart of Canary Wharf. I met with a team of people who were chosen to select art for their offices. This came at a time when I was overcome by incredible sadness and I had prayed “Lord please give me something” it was a true cry from the heart. The call came the next day, via a gallery I worked with…. miracles do happen. We took lots of art to the meeting, I has no idea what to expect other than that they wanted to see landscapes, paintings of London and available abstract art that was for sale.
Expressionism in art
True expressionism in art is about being real. I had not painted for 3 months as I had a broken heart. I had just created a piece called “Heart heals” I can only paint with joy in my heart. My focus was light on the horizon and of brighter times to come. I showed various pieces of art and a selection was made with different levels of enthusiasm for each piece, which is understandable given the number of people in the meeting. Our aim was to create a collection that everyone liked and felt comfortable with.
Abstract Oil Painting
When everyone saw the abstract oil painting “heart heals” the vote was unanimous, this was the favourite. Then the question came what is it about? Fighting back the tears, with a lump in my throat, I said it was to heal my broken heart. I then felt a wave of love coming from a room of people in an informal meeting like I had not felt before. They encouraged me and said yes they had been there too. It was so unexpected and so kind I think my heart actually healed in that moment. It just goes to show if we can express vulnerability there is help at hand. Prayers answered thanks to God and to this room full of strangers that treated me with compassion and kindness. I hope my art brings joy to everyone in these offices for many years…
Yesterday I met Joseph Marinus and and promised to share what he does. He writes poetry and is based near Embankment tube just on the right as you walk up to Charring Cross. Raphael – by Joseph Marinus Thou companionable one, Be thou our friend; Walk thou with us And guide us In the way …
London Cityscape This sunflower London cityscape is called “Bridging the Gap” A link between two worlds, the spiritual and reality… It was inspired after a trip to Hyde Hall, whilst looking at the sunflowers in the gardens, shining in the summer sun. Capturing visual warmth and happiness of the day combined with a London Skyline. …
Painting of London “Basking in Sunshine” by Sara Sherwood This oil painting of London was inspired by the protection of St Pauls’ Cathedral during the second world war. It is also fused with the idea of flowers in hanging baskets in and around the city. In this cityscape I wanted to create an abstract work …
Artist Statement by Sara Sherwood Contemporary Abstract Artist There is beauty everywhere and I am captivated by the reflections, shapes and angles of the city as well as the curves in nature. I interpret a view with emotion and express that in paint. My aim is to bring positivity into a work of art. I …
Art for Corporate Interiors
Art in Canary Wharf Offices
Art for Corporate Interiors
It was a pleasure to visit this world-leading financial services company in the heart of Canary Wharf. I met with a team of people who were chosen to select art for their offices. This came at a time when I was overcome by incredible sadness and I had prayed “Lord please give me something” it was a true cry from the heart. The call came the next day, via a gallery I worked with…. miracles do happen. We took lots of art to the meeting, I has no idea what to expect other than that they wanted to see landscapes, paintings of London and available abstract art that was for sale.
Expressionism in art
True expressionism in art is about being real. I had not painted for 3 months as I had a broken heart. I had just created a piece called “Heart heals” I can only paint with joy in my heart. My focus was light on the horizon and of brighter times to come. I showed various pieces of art and a selection was made with different levels of enthusiasm for each piece, which is understandable given the number of people in the meeting. Our aim was to create a collection that everyone liked and felt comfortable with.
Abstract Oil Painting
When everyone saw the abstract oil painting “heart heals” the vote was unanimous, this was the favourite. Then the question came what is it about? Fighting back the tears, with a lump in my throat, I said it was to heal my broken heart. I then felt a wave of love coming from a room of people in an informal meeting like I had not felt before. They encouraged me and said yes they had been there too. It was so unexpected and so kind I think my heart actually healed in that moment. It just goes to show if we can express vulnerability there is help at hand. Prayers answered thanks to God and to this room full of strangers that treated me with compassion and kindness. I hope my art brings joy to everyone in these offices for many years…
To see testimonial from the Managing Director at a world-leading financial services company in Canary Wharf https://sarasherwood.co.uk/testimonials/
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