“Art is ..
Art and design by Petrina ”
“Art is a form of expression that the aware eye perceives. When worlds within worlds open up visionary perception, the soul connects to the spirit of creation, which exists beyond physical understanding.”
Artist Statement
“Art is my language—a fusion of fine art, design, and storytelling that reflects the depth of my experiences. With a foundation in fine arts, graphic design, interior design, and publishing, I create contemporary and traditional works of art that explore the essence of perception and emotion. My illustrations evolve alongside my paintings, destined to become immersive narratives in books and products that speak to both the visual and literary worlds. This is more than art; it’s a multidimensional journey through form, space, and imagination.”
Up coming Projects
“The Spirit of Ginseng”
The spirit of ginseng rose from within,
guiding me through the aftermath of hate projected.
As I sipped the liquid gold,
her presence began to emerge—
seeking rest, inner healing, and solace.
This sketch is part of a series I hope to share with the world,
when the time and guidance align.
Until then, it serves as a reminder—
the importance of our health in moments of pain.
Deep in the energy at play, i was visited by a woman in her despair, crying for love and acceptance. Searching from within, she found peace with her darkness.
I named this sketch “Dream-time” . Below is a little poem that came through to express the words she could not find.
In an awakening dream, she roamed,
Unraveling a world once unknown.
A void of silence, vast and deep,
Where echoes of longing dared to speak.
Yet from the emptiness, she grew,
Through shattered past, the light broke through.
Self-acceptance, a whispered call,
Love embraced her, conquering all.
No longer lost in fleeting mist,
She stood as truth—her soul amidst.
“When the inner warrior, ‘the shaman,’ reached out to Mother Nature, ‘the wisdom,’ for healing and guidance, external energies forced her into darkness. Through sheer will, love and determination, the wisdom within the warrior found her strength to fight back with new potentials.” Petrina
Process: Starting with pencil sketches, this short animation took on form.
Note: Interference of ones personal space, spiritual or religious belief is simply a lack of respect! Know thyself well enough to be wise in situations of battle. The statement used in my animation, “we can change the narrative” means to let go of trauma and change the narrative to create a better future, however, to honor our past, is to embrace all that we have learned. When we do this, we can embrace transformation and spiritual growth. There is a remembrance that moves us beyond time and space, these gifts are for us, to see, seek truth and to be the creators that we are meant to be.
