Wild Embers
My painting embodies Carl Jung's philosophy of the **anima** and **animus**, exploring the harmony between feminine and masculine energies within the human psyche. The central figure—a woman standing resolute with two wolves by her side, an alpha male and female—symbolizes the integration of these dual forces.
The **female wolf**, intuitive and nurturing, reflects the anima: the deep well of emotion, creativity, and connection to the unconscious.
The **male wolf**, assertive and protective, represents the animus: the force of logic, reason, and bold action. Together, they balance each other, guarding the woman as she stands at the crossroads of instinct and self-awareness.
This painting is not just about a woman and her wolves but a visual meditation on the unity of opposites within us all.
It invites the viewer to embrace their own inner duality, weaving intuition with intellect, emotion with strength, and ultimately walking the path of individuation toward wholeness.
Size: 20x20 inches (50x50cm)
Medium: Mixed media oils
Surface: Linen stretched canvas made in France