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The Weight of it All

The Weight of it All

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  • Acrylic on Canvas
  • Original Painting
  • 12" x 24"

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The upper two-thirds of this painting are dense and dark, layers of deep blue pressing down, built up with heavy texture and shot through with copper paint that surfaces like something trying to breathe. Below, separated by a thin copper-toned line, soft blue-white clouds billow upward as if trying to lift what sits above.

This is the painting of carrying everything at once. Not just one hard thing, but all of it. The grief and the worry and the logistics and the love and the exhaustion and the ordinary weight of a life still going on around the hardest parts. The copper edge between the two worlds is the line I keep holding. The clouds below are what I reach for.

Part of the "What Today Will Bring" collection, "The Weight of It All" brings a quiet emotional depth and real physical texture to any space it inhabits.

 

Artwork Details:

• Original acrylic painting on gallery wrapped canvas.

• 12" (w) x 24" (h) and 1.5" depth.

• Abstract with heavy layered texture and copper paint accents.

• Deep blue, copper, and soft blue-white.

• Edges finished in black.

• Comes wired and ready to hang.

Ready to Hang

The edges of this painting are painted black, and comes with hanging hardware, ready to display on your wall upon arrival.

Satin Finish

The painting is finished with a satin varnish, to protect the artwork for years to come and make the color come alive on the canvas.

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What Today Will Bring

This collection came from somewhere I wasn't expecting to go. Someone I love is struggling with mental illness, and these paintings are not their story. They are mine. The hope I carry into each morning. The anger I swallow. The weight that presses down from every direction. The moments, rare and fleeting, where I catch a glimpse of the person I'm fighting to stay close to.

Using color and texture as my language, I painted my way through the full range of what it feels like to love someone through something this hard. The chaos and the stillness. The fire underneath and the quiet above. The fractures, and the small bright moments that make you keep going.

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    Claire in Arlington, VA

  • "I love the piece. I'm still noticing new details every time I look at it."

    Chris in Baltimore, MD

  • "The unique artistic perspective in each painting is truly intriguing. We continue to go to her website to find more of her work to add to our collection."

    Ken in Phoenix, AZ

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FAQ: Original Art Orders

When Will I Receive My Order?

I take a lot of care to ensure your artwork arrives to you safely and in excellent condition. Please allow up to 7 days for me to prepare your painting for shipment. Once shipped, your art will arrive within 3-5 days.

How Do You Ensure The Artwork Will Arrive Safely?

Original paintings are shipped in a heavy duty cardboard box lined with a protective plastic barrier made specifically for shipping fine art. The painting is wrapped in protective archival paper, then 3 layers of foam keep the painting safe and in place during transit to make sure your new artwork is in pristine condition when it arrives at your door.

What Is Your Policy on Returns/Exchanges?

I know you will love your new artwork, but if you would like to return your painting for any reason, just let me know within 15 days of delivery and you will receive a full refund, minus the cost of return shipping. Original artwork must be returned in the packaging it is received in.

To start a return, you can contact me at sarah.sim727@gmail.com.

Can I Cancel My Order?

Unless your order has already shipped you can cancel it.  Please contact me as soon as possible if you need to cancel your order by emailing sarah.sim727@gmail.com

How Can I Contact You?

You can contact me anytime by emailing sarah.sim727@gmail.com or by phone/text at 623-268-5337

Can I Pick Up My Order at Your Studio in Surprise, AZ?

Absolutely! Original paintings may be picked up at my studio. Please reach out to me at sarah.sim727@gmail.com BEFORE you place your order so I can deduct the shipping cost.

Where Can I See Your Work In Person?

My studio in Surprise, AZ is open to the public Tuesday-Saturday. Click Here for Details & Directions >>>

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Do You Accept Commissions?

Yes! I accept a limited number of commissions each month. Contact me by email at sarah.sim727@gmail.com for more information!

Arizona Artist, Sarah Simmerman

About the Artist

Sarah Simmerman, an Arizona-based artist, uses her art to explore emotion and growth. Inspired by color's transformative power, she creates abstract works that cascade with vibrant hues that seek quiet under the waves of exuberance. Layering colors and texture, Sarah creates works that are both structured and free flowing, offering catharsis and a reflection of her own introspective journey.

Hailing from Northern Virginia, Sarah honed her artistic skills at the Savannah College of Art & Design, earning her BFA. Sarah has resided in Arizona for the past 15 years and is actively involved with the arts community in the West Valley.

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The Weight of it All

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