work — Mary Porter

gathering moss

moss bowl

Acrylic and flashe
94 × 94cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: The bowl with moss, serves as a symbol of protection and spiritual armour. Contemplating nature’s benevolence and the latent potential for regeneration and growth.
moss bowl

Acrylic and flashe
32 x 32cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: moss envelops the bowl, creating a natural sanctuary. This piece invites contemplation on the symbiotic harmony between nature and personal growth.
moss vase

Acrylic and flashe
32 × 32cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: The moss, contained in the bowl represents the early stages of renewal and resilience within us. It reflects on the initial steps of personal transformation.
moss split

Acrylic and flashe
32 x 32cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: both separation and unity, underscoring the resilience and adaptability of moss. This duality reflects our own personal growth, where moments of division can lead to newfound strength and unity within ourselves.
gathering moss

Acrylic and flashe
52 × 42cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: Moss forms and blends, guiding us towards the intangible and ancient wisdom of the plant world, where limitless possibilities abound.
moss bomb

Acrylic and flashe
64 × 64cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: The moss, exploding from the confines of the bomb, symbolises the transformative power of nature and its capacity to reclaim and rejuvenate even the most unlikely spaces.
moss aura

Acrylic and flashe
64 × 64cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: The moss forms a halo-like aura, symbolising the harmonious connection between nature and the spirit, inviting us to contemplate the soothing and transformative power of nature’s embrace.
moss bomb

Acrylic and flashe
32 x 32cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: the moss compels us to challenge and dismantle our preconceived notions and myths, transforming our perceptions of theworld.
moss aura

Acrylic and flashe
32 x 32cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: the moss aura exudes gentle, protective energy, highlighting the interconnectedness, calming, and transformative embrace of nature.
comfort of moss

Acrylic and flashe
32 x 32cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: the solid block of soft moss offers a sense of stability, and its sturdy presence invites us to find solace in its gentle touch.
moss flower

Acrylic and flashe
32 x 32cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: the moss flower symbolises the harmonious blend of strength and fragility inherent in nature. It embodies the subtle elegance of the plant world, reflecting on the enduring power of growth and renewal.
moss sandwich

Acrylic and flashe
32 x 32cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: The moss, nestled between these layers, epitomises resilience and the capacity to thrive in diverse environments. It challenges us to reflect on the equilibrium between natural growth and external influences.
comfort of cloud moss

Acrylic and flashe
32 x 32cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: the bonding of moss epitomizes our two worlds, enabling a reconnection with our authentic selves.
new beginning new ending

Acrylic and flashe
79 × 79cm
Available at Brenda Colahan Fine Art
Description: the warm, gentle glow of the sun and moon in this piece symbolises the cyclical nature of life, where every ending paves the way for a new beginning. It reminds us that every new beginning is also a new ending, highlighting life’s journey.