The Violinist

Artist Statement: ‘The Violinist’ is Darina's first painting for her "Muse" series. In this busy world, and the current economic climate, she has developed an even more profound admiration for different art forms and her fellow artists. She is amazed by their creativity, endurance, passion, and bravery. Peaceful warriors devoting their lives to mastering their craft, dancing with their muse, pouring emotions into the world and uplifting and enriching people's souls from existing to living.

Darina chose ‘The Violinist’ as the first painting in the series as she has always been moved by the sound of the Violin, an instrument that requires incredible devotion to master. The instrument in this artwork was crafted by Antonio Stradivari in 17th—and 18th-century Italy and represents quality and a lasting legacy.

Strings of the violin flourish with intertwining New Zealand native orchids. Although orchids are often appreciated for their elegance, exotic allure, and grace, they represent love, strength, and wealth. Beyond their aesthetic beauty, these sun orchids are self-
pollinating, manifesting self-sufficiency and resilience.

Mushrooms and Koru depict rebirth, spiritual growth, regeneration, continuation, and wholeness. They brings enlightenment and peace to the blooming Violinists' future.

One of Darina's favourite birds is the fantail. Although looking tiny and appealingly fragile, these curious birds are very bold and adaptable, able to live in different habitats. They seem to want to communicate, and Darina often sees them as spiritual guardians.

Dimensions: 295mm (w) x 565mm (h)

Year: 2025

Medium: Watercolour

Framing Specifications: Double mat with tapered wooden frame and AR70 glass.

Framed Dimensions: 440mm (w) x 720mm (h)