"There’s a moment in life when everything seems to align—a moment when we realize that life is, in essence, a cosmic dance. My latest painting, 'Cosmic Dance of Life', captures this very idea. Painted in a near monochromatic black-and-white palette, it evokes the feeling of both timelessness and movement, as if the figures emerging from the canvas are stepping into existence, ready to begin their journey on Earth".
On the left side of the painting is what appears to be a portal, a symbolic gateway to life. Each figure crosses it, beginning their own individual journey, but at the same time, the scene looks like a grand ensemble—a collective dance. Life, after all, is like a dance. We are all searching for our rhythm, striving to find our own choreography, and learning to tune in to the spiritual, divine music that guides us. The figures in the painting move as if carried by this invisible melody, their movements fluid, dynamic, and free.
On the right side of the painting, a figure stands out. Their arm is stretched outward, reaching toward something, yet at the same time embracing the cosmic dance of life. This extended arm symbolizes both the desire to grasp something greater—perhaps a dream, a purpose, or a connection—but also the acceptance of life as it comes. It’s a visual reminder that we are all trying to navigate the steps we take in life, striving to do our best in this dance.
This painting is about being conscious of the steps we make while also understanding that life doesn’t always follow a set choreography. Life, like dance, is sometimes fast, sometimes slow, sometimes joyful, and sometimes challenging. There are moments when we dance alone, forging our own path, and moments when we dance in harmony with others. The figures in 'Cosmic Dance of Life' reflect this duality, crossing the portal, yet remaining part of a larger, connected movement.
At its core, 'Cosmic Dance of Life' is a celebration of the essence of life—its energy, frequency, and the vibrations we choose to tune into. There is also an assumption of the presence of something divine, a guiding force by our side, helping us navigate this dance, even when the rhythm feels uncertain. As Paulo Coelho beautifully expresses, “When you find your path, you must not be afraid. You need to have sufficient courage to make mistakes. Disappointment, defeat, and despair are the tools God uses to show us the way". It’s a reminder that we are never truly alone, that there’s always something greater accompanying us through life’s twists and turns.
Yet, this painting also carries a gentle message: don't take life—or yourself—too seriously. The figures in the painting move with grace, but also with ease, as if they understand that life’s dance is not about perfection. It’s about flow, about finding joy even in moments of uncertainty. It’s about allowing yourself to make mistakes, to stumble, and to laugh through it all.
In 'Cosmic Dance of Life', the almost monochromatic tones represent the simplicity and depth of life’s journey. While the colors are muted, the energy of the painting is vibrant, full of movement and life. It’s a visual paradox, reminding us that life’s most profound moments often come in shades of grey, where beauty lies not in clear definitions but in the subtle interplay between light and shadow.
So, as you look at this painting, ask yourself: What rhythm are you dancing to right now? Are you trying to follow someone else’s steps, or are you finding your own? And how are you allowing the energy of life to flow through you? Like the figures in the painting, we all pass through portals—beginnings, endings, and everything in between. What matters is how we choose to move through them.
'Cosmic Dance of Life' is an invitation to embrace the cosmic dance of life, with all its uncertainties and joys, knowing that there is always something divine guiding you through. So, find your rhythm, tune in to your own spiritual music, and let yourself dance.
With Love,
Nina
Coelho, Paulo. The Alchemist. HarperOne, 1993.
On the left side of the painting is what appears to be a portal, a symbolic gateway to life. Each figure crosses it, beginning their own individual journey, but at the same time, the scene looks like a grand ensemble—a collective dance. Life, after all, is like a dance. We are all searching for our rhythm, striving to find our own choreography, and learning to tune in to the spiritual, divine music that guides us. The figures in the painting move as if carried by this invisible melody, their movements fluid, dynamic, and free.
On the right side of the painting, a figure stands out. Their arm is stretched outward, reaching toward something, yet at the same time embracing the cosmic dance of life. This extended arm symbolizes both the desire to grasp something greater—perhaps a dream, a purpose, or a connection—but also the acceptance of life as it comes. It’s a visual reminder that we are all trying to navigate the steps we take in life, striving to do our best in this dance.
This painting is about being conscious of the steps we make while also understanding that life doesn’t always follow a set choreography. Life, like dance, is sometimes fast, sometimes slow, sometimes joyful, and sometimes challenging. There are moments when we dance alone, forging our own path, and moments when we dance in harmony with others. The figures in 'Cosmic Dance of Life' reflect this duality, crossing the portal, yet remaining part of a larger, connected movement.
At its core, 'Cosmic Dance of Life' is a celebration of the essence of life—its energy, frequency, and the vibrations we choose to tune into. There is also an assumption of the presence of something divine, a guiding force by our side, helping us navigate this dance, even when the rhythm feels uncertain. As Paulo Coelho beautifully expresses, “When you find your path, you must not be afraid. You need to have sufficient courage to make mistakes. Disappointment, defeat, and despair are the tools God uses to show us the way". It’s a reminder that we are never truly alone, that there’s always something greater accompanying us through life’s twists and turns.
Yet, this painting also carries a gentle message: don't take life—or yourself—too seriously. The figures in the painting move with grace, but also with ease, as if they understand that life’s dance is not about perfection. It’s about flow, about finding joy even in moments of uncertainty. It’s about allowing yourself to make mistakes, to stumble, and to laugh through it all.
In 'Cosmic Dance of Life', the almost monochromatic tones represent the simplicity and depth of life’s journey. While the colors are muted, the energy of the painting is vibrant, full of movement and life. It’s a visual paradox, reminding us that life’s most profound moments often come in shades of grey, where beauty lies not in clear definitions but in the subtle interplay between light and shadow.
So, as you look at this painting, ask yourself: What rhythm are you dancing to right now? Are you trying to follow someone else’s steps, or are you finding your own? And how are you allowing the energy of life to flow through you? Like the figures in the painting, we all pass through portals—beginnings, endings, and everything in between. What matters is how we choose to move through them.
'Cosmic Dance of Life' is an invitation to embrace the cosmic dance of life, with all its uncertainties and joys, knowing that there is always something divine guiding you through. So, find your rhythm, tune in to your own spiritual music, and let yourself dance.
With Love,
Nina
Coelho, Paulo. The Alchemist. HarperOne, 1993.
