“Untroubled in the midst of turbulence.
Peace in the midst of chaotic times.
Quiet though surrounded by noise.
Being patient and being still.”

This piece captures children engaging in quiet indoor activity – reading – a portrayal of the need to still the mind and heart in the midst of challenging circumstances. A combination of impasto technique, painterly application and pseudo-pointillism create a somewhat impressionistic portrayal as it sometimes feels like a dream that a year has passed.