The Battle of Self | Original Art | Illustration
Medium: Mixed media – Ink, Watercolour, Acrylic
Style: Expressive, abstract, emotional
Techniques: Fluid brushstrokes, layered movement, symbolic composition
Palette: Contrasting hues of fiery reds and cool blues, intertwined with black ink detailing
Key Features: A dynamic exploration of inner conflict, the tension between love and fear, and the complexities of self-perception
Created during Chapter 2 (2020 - 2023), this piece is part of the Versions of Robert Collection—a deeply personal body of work reflecting my journey through my mother’s stroke, dissociation, and eventual dementia. Each piece within this period serves as a page in a diary, capturing moments of self-discovery and emotional depth through art and poetry.
“The Battle of Self” is a visual dialogue between opposing forces—love and fear, trust and doubt, surrender and control. The swirling energy of red and blue, intertwined yet separate, represents the ongoing internal struggle to accept oneself and embrace vulnerability.
The artwork invites the viewer to reflect on:
• The moments when love and fear collide within us
• The vulnerability of letting someone in despite past wounds
• The power of trust and the weight of internal battles
A deeply personal exploration of the conflicts of love, identity, and self-acceptance.
Details:
- Size: A4 Illustration
- Material: Mixed media on paper
- Unframed
- Original, signed by the artist
- Limited Edition Giclée Prints Available – 150 prints total across three sizes, including the original size
