Secret Story: Look Beyond

‘Look Beyond’ Art Nouveau inspired artwork by Kirstie Page

This femme got me thinking: why does society (as a general rule) associate grey hair with a loss of vibrancy? A dulling of beauty? I wanted to explore and challenge this notion. I selected the iconic kangaroo paw flower to accompany this glorious femme. Its official Latin name, 'Anigozanthos’, translates to literally mean ‘unequal’.

I thought this was an appropriate flower choice given there is often a generalisation that men become debonair as they go grey. Women on the other hand…? On a nicer, gentler level, I liked the bloom is associated with uniqueness and individuality. She is rather original after-all!

Hot pink contrasts against her silver-haired beauty, the colour representing pure love. Silver is associated with wealth, sophistication and elegance. Diamond patterns feature in the background, a wonderful association with unity that exists between all elements and creatures of the earth. Diamonds also represent harmony and stability; very precious.

Finally, my beloved butterflies represent hope and life. I love when I look at my silver-haired beauty I can feel her vitality in my heart. I hope you can too.

About Kirstie Page

Kirstie Page is an Australian mixed media artist, classically trained musician and former dementia trainer with experience working on the front line in aged care. Kirstie creates beautifully uplifting artworks that incorporate her understanding of science and dementia to provide comfort and joy to people, including those living with dementia and other health conditions.