"At first light, the lake is still.
In that stillness, distance disappears."
(to the daughter and granddaughters, held even in absence)
Painted at first light, this work captures the quiet stillness of Pura Ulun Danu Beratan, where water, sky, and temple exist in perfect harmony. Inspired by expressionist traditions, Putra Semesta uses luminous colour to elevate the landscape beyond its physical form—transforming it into an emotional space of reflection, memory, and connection.
The still water mirrors more than the temple; it reflects longing and love across distance. Though the artist resides in Bali, this piece is deeply connected to his daughter and granddaughters in Perth—a place where they have built their lives. Water becomes a quiet metaphor for this bond: fluid, enduring, and unbroken, connecting shores that are far apart yet emotionally intertwined.
Putra Semesta- Where Still Water Holds You
62(w)×55(h)
Acrylic
Click on image to see full scale of artwork.
"At first light, the lake is still.
In that stillness, distance disappears."
(to the daughter and granddaughters, held even in absence)
Painted at first light, this work captures the quiet stillness of Pura Ulun Danu Beratan, where water, sky, and temple exist in perfect harmony. Inspired by expressionist traditions, Putra Semesta uses luminous colour to elevate the landscape beyond its physical form—transforming it into an emotional space of reflection, memory, and connection.
The still water mirrors more than the temple; it reflects longing and love across distance. Though the artist resides in Bali, this piece is deeply connected to his daughter and granddaughters in Perth—a place where they have built their lives. Water becomes a quiet metaphor for this bond: fluid, enduring, and unbroken, connecting shores that are far apart yet emotionally intertwined.
Putra Semesta- Where Still Water Holds You
62(w)×55(h)
Acrylic
Click on image to see full scale of artwork.
