Mother Nature

Title: Mother Nature
Medium: Acrylic, gold leaf, and mixed media on canvas
Dimensions: 100 cm x 70 cm
Artist: Valeria Notarnicola
Year: May 2023

Description:
Mother Nature is a luminous, ornamental portrait that pays homage to the sacred feminine and the cycles of life, infused with the visual language of Gustav Klimt. The central figure, eyes closed in serene introspection, embodies the life-giving force of nature—at once ethereal and deeply rooted. Her auburn hair, crowned with delicate white blossoms, cascades into a richly patterned robe adorned with organic spirals, floral motifs, and mosaic-like shapes in gold, green, and earthen hues.

The surrounding composition evokes a tapestry of interconnected forms: tree-like branches curl around stylized birds, while the background shimmers with intricate designs that echo both natural growth and celestial order. Gold leaf accents amplify the divine atmosphere, casting the figure in a warm, timeless glow.

In Mother Nature, Valeria Notarnicola fuses symbolism, sensuality, and Art Nouveau elegance to explore the eternal bond between woman and earth. The result is a poetic meditation on harmony, fertility, and the quiet strength of the natural world.