Nathalie Godin

Suzu + Coto

Oil on Canvas

24 x 18 x 1.5", Framed to 25 x 19 x 2"

$400

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This is the first painting of my twin series, which showcases the incredible bond between twins from all over the world. It features Suzu and Coto, 6 year old twins from Japan. It is inspired by Pearce's "Peines de Soeur" at the VMFA.

Artist's Statement:

I am a mother of three-year-old twins and I picked up a paintbrush for the first time in 2021. During that time, I was in the trenches of early motherhood and desperately longed for something to call my own. I spent nap times learning the basics of oil painting to develop a passion that gave me a sense of self back. But ironically, the growth of my new skill was driven solely by one thing: my desire to paint my children. Despite spending the last year exploring various styles, mediums, and subjects, my fervor to paint motherhood remains constant. Through my work, I strive to capture the perplexities of motherhood, the innocence of youth, and the beauty of the family narrative.