Zodiac Collection - Earth Goddess - Taurus

The image is rich with symbolism and evokes a complex emotional response. 

The central figure is female, her body painted in earthy tones, suggesting a connection to the natural world. Her pose is both powerful and vulnerable, with the crown of vibrant green foliage on her head further emphasizing her connection to nature, specifically the lush, fertile aspects often linked to Taurus. The green also symbolizes growth, renewal, and connection to the earth. Her expression is serious, perhaps even slightly melancholic, hinting at a deep understanding of the cycles of life and death.

The placement of the figure atop a bull skull is arguably the most striking element. The bull is a traditional symbol of Taurus, representing strength, power, and fertility.  The skull, however, introduces a note of mortality and the transience of earthly power.  It suggests that even the most powerful forces of nature are subject to the inevitable cycle of life and death.  The juxtaposition of the living goddess with the dead bull implies a deep acceptance of this fundamental aspect of existence.

The dark background serves to highlight the goddess and the skull, while the vibrant green evokes a sense of fecundity and abundance. The overall effect is of immersion in a thriving but somewhat mysterious and shadowy natural environment.

The Earth Goddess, though powerful, acknowledges and is bound to the cycle of life and death.  The painting encourages viewers to consider their

place and the cyclical nature of time and power, finding strength and peace in accepting the inevitability of change and the beauty that exists even in decay.