Introducing Three Baby Birds, the sixth painting in my series, Women of Influence.
A mother: a woman of influence.
She will be guided by love. A mother’s influence holds immense power and comes with great responsibility. She will learn through her babies, to listen, to grow with them, for their words are just as important as hers. She will be there with unconditional love when they fall or make mistakes.
An open mind and heart are a mother’s greatest lessons. The most precious baby birds are in her care, nurtured to grow into vibrant, beautiful adult birds that the world needs.
The painting is filled with an abundance of native flowers, symbolising growth and a flourishing environment—a safe, loving, and nurturing space where baby birds can learn to fly in their own time.
Three blue butterflies symbolise personal growth and evolution, reminding us that change can be beautiful. In times of darkness, they will find the courage to break into the light, realising they have grown colourful wings to fly. I specifically chose blue butterflies because, in some cultures, they are seen as a sign of guidance and connection to a higher power. When faced with uncertainty, the sight of a blue butterfly is a reminder that you are on the right path, encouraging you to trust in yourself.
Turtles represent gratitude. In their natural habitat, they move slowly, rolling with the rhythm of the sea. Their presence in this piece serves as a reminder to slow down, appreciate what is right in front of us, and find gratitude in the present moment.
A black cockatoo embraces the nest with tenderness. It represents a guiding force, helping the baby birds feel connected to their higher purpose as they grow. Life will reveal their rightful path when they remain true to themselves. These incredible birds, with their vast wingspans, soar gracefully over our coastal landscape, carrying with them the song of cleansing rain, reminding us to rise above and see life with greater purpose.
There is nothing more incredible than witnessing your baby birds grow and take flight from your hair, knowing they have everything they need within themselves to overcome any obstacle and shine their own individual light on the world.
And through it all, their greatest supporter remains a woman of influence. Their mother.
