by Laura Bernardeschi Nelson

Artwork Description

The Choice

60.0 x 80.0 cm

Artist: Laura Bernardeschi Nelson Medium: Acrylics, beach sand, dried flowers, glue, recycled CD (mixed media) Surface: Canvas Size: 80 × 60 × 2 cm Signed: Front and back Finish: Varnished for protection Description The Choice is a powerful mixed media artwork reflecting the delicate moment humanity is living through in the era of climate change. Painted in acrylics and enriched with natural and reclaimed materials such as beach sand, dried flowers, and an old CD, the piece becomes both a visual statement and a physical reminder of the world we are reshaping. The composition is divided in two paths: On the left, a hand holds a lighter, flames rising from the fingers. The trees are charred, symbolising destruction, deforestation, and the ongoing environmental damage driven by human behaviour. On the right, another hand presents a flower. Here, tender green leaves begin to return, reminding us that regeneration and healing are possible if we choose differently. At the centre sits a circular relief created from an old CD, representing Mother Nature. Her gaze is calm but watchful, observing humanity’s decisions without anger — offering us responsibility, not punishment. The circular form suggests the cycle of life, and that the future is still unwritten. The textured path running through the forest invites the viewer to reflect on their own direction — a personal and collective journey where the decisions of today will determine what remains tomorrow. This artwork blends expressive brushwork with tactile elements, making it both visually and emotionally engaging. It is a piece that speaks to everyone concerned with our planet’s future and the fragile balance between loss and hope.

Artwork Details

Medium: Mixed Media

Genre: Expressionism