Dream (2)

This surreal painting inhabits the realm of the subconscious, where archetype, instinct, and transformation converge. Human and animal forms emerge as symbolic manifestations of the inner psyche, each carrying ancestral meaning.

The frog represents transformation and emotional rebirth, a guide between conscious and unconscious worlds. The jaguar embodies primal power, intuition, and shadow - the fearless force that moves through instinct rather than reason. The echidna symbolises protection and boundaries, guarding vulnerability through self-preservation.

Eyes and mouths repeat throughout the composition, evoking awareness, desire, and inner dialogue. Together, these elements form a psychological landscape where opposing forces coexist, inviting the viewer to confront the unseen layers of the self.

Meaning unfolds intuitively, revealing itself over time.

Original 2019 oil painting by Adeela Omar.

20" x 28" canvas

Sold framed