{"product_id":"swirling-koi","title":"Swirling Koi","description":"\u003cp\u003eBorn in New Zealand, Helen has been creating art for as long as she can remember. Working across a variety of mediums and techniques, she embraces experimentation and enjoys discovering new ways to bring ideas to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiving with anxiety and clinical depression, art provides a meditative space for Helen to focus, reflect, and embrace creative escape. The process of making is as important as the finished work, offering moments of calm, curiosity, and joy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelen's work is often characterised by colourful, character-filled imagery infused with humour and playfulness. Through vibrant compositions and imaginative storytelling, Helen aims to create engaging works that spark connection, delight, and a sense of wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow Helen on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/helenpilkingtonart\/\" title=\"Follow Helen on Instagram\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/HelnpArt\" title=\"Follow Helen on Facebook.\"\u003eFacebook\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting began with a fluid acrylic pour, embracing the spontaneity of flowing colour, texture, and movement. The layered greens and blues suggested water, inspiring the addition of koi, which I painted in acrylic to bring focus and life to the composition. By combining the unpredictability of poured paint with deliberate brushwork, I explore the balance between surrender and control. The circling koi represent harmony, resilience, and finding calm within constant movement - a theme that resonates strongly throughout my creative practice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"H Pilkington","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46098486689999,"sku":null,"price":465.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0590\/3073\/3007\/files\/Helnp-Art-Swirling-Koi.jpg?v=1788742835","url":"https:\/\/recoveredfuturesshop.rfq.com.au\/products\/swirling-koi","provider":"Richmond Fellowship Queensland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}