'Remembering Katina'
20 x 30 inches, oils on canvas
 
Katina has passed away in captivity. Being captured off the coast of Iceland in 1978 and spent nearly 50 years of her entire life in tanks enduring a life shaped by confinement rather than choice. She became a mother many times, only to experience repeated separations, a reality that weighs heavily on a species known for lifelong family bonds. which is heartbreaking. I painted Katina as a tribute to her strength and quiet endurance, letting the movement of the water carry both her presence and her absence. A remembrance honoring a life that deserved far more than it was given. 
 
This painting comes stretched and ready to hang. Feel free to reach out to me for any queries.