Taking A Rest

Name: Taking A Rest
SKU: ZER0035R
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Original by Mackenzie Thorpe

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Original Artwork
Framed size: 90.6 x 62.6 x 5 cm
Image size: 66 x 38 x 5 cm

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Mackenzie Thorpe’s ‘Taking A Rest’ invites you into a serene world where humour and introspection coexist. This original piece, measuring 90.6 x 62.6 cm, captures a tranquil lakeside scene under a dramatic sky. The artwork’s vibrant blues and greens contrast with the soft whites and oranges, creating a harmonious balance that reflects Thorpe’s belief in the power of love and honesty. The lone figure by the water suggests a moment of pause amidst life’s struggles, embodying the artist’s perspective that dreams, though fragile, are worth nurturing. This piece would be a captivating addition to any collection, offering both visual beauty and a poignant reminder of life’s enduring hope.

About the Artist

The eldest of seven children, Mackenzie grew up in the industrial town of Middlesbrough, in the north of England. He remembers a rich colourful childhood, filled with both love and struggle, when even as a young child, despite an absence of traditional drawing materials, he felt compelled to draw and create. It is fair to say, his early experiences inform his work to this day. Despite struggling at school with undiagnosed dyslexia, his creativity shone through; after a spell working in manual jobs, Mackenzie’s persistence and dedication to art won him a place at the then, Middlesbrough College of Art…