The early painting by Anna Dart "Silver magic ships you carried" captures the fleeting beauty of a first summer love, where every moment is a new discovery, and every touch is electric.
The young couple, captured in a moment of tender embrace, are caught in the whirlwind of new emotions and the uncertainty of the unknown. The man, with his strong arms, holds the woman close, as if to shield her from the world, and she, in turn, allows herself to be held. The subtle tense movement in the woman´s posture suggests a moment of hesitation or uncertainty.
The background is left blank, like a blank canvas, representing the infinite possibilities that lie ahead for this couple, and the infinite potential of their awakening feelings. The strokes of black watercolors are bold, and yet, delicate, evoking the intensity and fragility of their feelings. The title, "Silver magic ships" is a reference to the song by Rodriguez and it is fitting as it perfectly captures the feeling of a first love, where everything seems magical and precious, like a ship that shines like silver.
29 x 40 cm, January 26, 2014, watercolour
𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 "𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨, 𝘼𝙣𝙣𝙖 𝘿𝙖𝙧𝙩"
Imagine positioning "Silver magic ships you carries" above your bed, a daily reminder of the fervor and frailty of first love. Visualize it gracing your living room, becoming a tender conversation starter with visiting guests. Think of it in your hallway, greeting you daily with the warmth of a summer embrace.