by Laura Bernardeschi Nelson

Artwork Description

Whispers of a Changing Earth

70.0 x 50.0 cm

Whispers of a Changing Earth By Laura Bernardeschi Nelson Acrylics and spray paint on stretched canvas with carved wood, pine cones, dried leaves, and flowers – 70 × 50 cm Varnished, signed front and back, ready to hang In Whispers of a Changing Earth, I continue my exploration of the dialogue between art and environment—a recurring theme in my Climate Change Collection. This work is both a painting and a tactile composition, where natural materials are not just decorative but integral to the story. Using acrylic colours as a foundation, I layered brushstrokes to create the impression of lush foliage, vibrant light, and shadowed roots. The painting is then transformed through the addition of real natural fragments—small pieces of carved wood, pine cones, dried leaves, and delicate flowers. These elements connect the artwork to the physical world it represents, allowing the texture of nature itself to become part of the narrative. This technique reflects a central idea in my artistic practice: that nature and art are inseparable, and that by blending them, we can sense both the beauty and fragility of our planet. The contrast between painted illusion and real organic material highlights what is at stake in the era of climate change—the fading boundary between what is alive and what has been lost. My Climate Change Collection began as a personal response to witnessing the gradual transformation of landscapes I love. Over time, it has evolved into a form of visual storytelling, documenting the emotional and ecological shifts of our environment. Each piece captures a moment in this ongoing dialogue—between resilience and decay, hope and urgency. Through texture, colour, and natural matter, I aim to remind viewers that every leaf and fragment carries a story of time, survival, and transformation. Whispers of a Changing Earth is both a celebration of nature’s enduring spirit and a quiet call for awareness, reflection, and care.

Artwork Details

Medium: Mixed Media

Genre: Expressionism