The Faithful Spirit (Warm Peach) - Wood

2026-04-04T10:20:34+11:00

A Portrait of Inner Strength and Devotion

"The Faithful Spirit" is piece No. 54, and it is one of the most personal portraits I have created. In my journey from the noise of the workshop to the quiet of the studio, I learned that true strength isn't always loud. Sometimes, it is the quiet act of holding yourself together and looking up.

In this piece, I wanted to capture dignity. The crossed arms aren't blocking the world out; they are holding the spirit in. The upward gaze isn't just looking at the sky; it is looking for an answer.

Using my "bank note" engraving technique, I treated the folds of her hijab with the same mechanical precision I once used for steel. Thousands of individual lines weave together to create the fabric's soft texture. It is a labour of discipline—mirroring the discipline of faith itself.

The Dawn Edition (Warm Peach): Surrounded by a soft, sunrise orange. This represents the "Pop" of hope—the feeling of a new day breaking after a long night. It brings a gentle, radiant energy to any room.