
"The Climb" (Caroline Gonzales)
Caroline Gonzales “The Climb” (2024) (Journey’s Taken / Journey’s to Take #16) Mixed Media on Canvas 96in x 48in (diptych) *** STATEMENT In "The Journey Through Life is Filled With…", I explore the intricate paths we navigate on our journey through life. This body of work serves as a continuation of my ongoing series, "Journey’s Taken / Journey’s to Take", which I initiated in 2021. Each piece in this evolving series encapsulates the essence of the roads we have traveled and those that lie ahead, inviting viewers to contemplate the myriad experiences and choices that shape our individual narratives. Through abstraction, I endeavor to depict the diverse array of paths we encounter—be they obstacles, reflections, connections, or reconnections. By employing a vibrant palette of colors, I aim to mirror the kaleidoscope of scenarios that unfold along our respective journeys. Each hue, brushstroke, and composition serves as a visual allegory for the complexities and possibilities in