Created during the stillness of lockdown, this piece functions as a vibrant reclamation of the outdoors. Kirstie Paints employs a collage method to layer textures and shapes, reflecting a deep appreciation for the natural world that felt distant yet essential during a period of isolation. The work avoids literal representation, choosing instead to build a sense of place through the physical accumulation of materials and ideas.

The composition relies on a bold interplay of color blocks to suggest the energy of a living environment. By breaking away from rigid reality conventions, the artist uses abstract design to communicate the liberation found in nature, turning a subjective experience into a rich, multifaceted exploration of identity and place. Each layer of the collage serves as a reminder of the complex realities we navigate when reconnecting with the earth.