Over the years, I’ve admired some whimsical Judaic art – so much so, that I decided to attempt a similar style for my “Tree of Life” painting.
The Tree of Life, sometimes referred to as the World Tree, appears in the mythology and folklore of cultures around the world. Tree of Life meanings vary slightly from culture to culture. However, a common theme they all share is the idea that a mystical tree connects the physical and spiritual worlds. In addition, the Tree of Life is foundational to supporting all life.
I began by texturing the canvas with a neutral color to give it some depth. I then painted the tree and its limbs using metallic paint. For the leaves and flowers, I used earth tones with a glitter medium to give it zazzle!
Although I liked it once it was finished, I decided to add the neutral small leaves in the background to complete the “look.” Admittedly, the dark brown dove silhouette was an afterthought. 😉
Update: I donated this painting to the Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix.