Rooted in Loss (2023) by Eugene Nandakumar | Original Painting | Mixed Media on Canvas | 100 cm x 100 cm diameter

Rooted in Loss (2023)

Eugene Nandakumar 

Charcoal on canvas

100 cm x 100 cm diameter

RM 5,000

"Rooted in Loss" is an artwork that intertwines the themes of animal extinction and the resilience of nature's roots, depicted through the expressive combination of charcoal pencil and gold foil paper. Through this juxtaposition, "Rooted in Loss" invites viewers to reflect on the delicate balance between life and extinction. The intricate charcoal pencil strokes capture the vulnerability of endangered animals, while the gold foil incorporated with the roots symbolises the strength and resilience of nature's interconnected web.

"Rooted in Loss" seeks to evoke a range of emotions, from sorrow to determination, as viewers are confronted with the beauty and fragility of life. It contemplates the intricate dance between existence and extinction and challenges us to reconsider our relationship with the natural world.