24x36” - Acrylic on Canvas

The inspiration for this artwork came from the captivating natural phenomenon known as the "stairway to heaven," a term unrelated to the famous Led Zeppelin song. In this context, "stairway to heaven" refers to the awe-inspiring beams of light resulting from clouds parting and allowing the sun's brilliance to shine through. This phenomenon symbolizes the complexities of life, with its twists and turns, ups and downs, as well as the interplay between light and darkness.

The "stairway to heaven" phenomenon, scientifically known as "crepuscular rays" or "sunbeams," occurs when sunlight filters through openings in cloud cover. This interaction of light and atmosphere produces radiant beams that seem to descend from the sky, creating a truly awe-inspiring spectacle in the natural world.

Within the painting, the heavenly light from this phenomenon illuminates the subject's path, representing life's brighter moments. Even when the light momentarily fades, traces of its presence linger at the crest of each hill, serving as timeless reminders of the radiance that has graced our existence during darker times.