Bearer of the Spirit Mask
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Oil PaintDescription
In Bearer of the Spirit Mask, Courtney Chots steps into the realm of ancestral symbolism and spiritual transformation. The floating, headless figure draped in deep red suggests a being suspended between worlds—neither fully human nor fully divine. The mask, held delicately above the raised hand, becomes the true face of identity: a vessel of heritage, protection, and sacred power. African masks have long been gateways to the spiritual realm, used to channel guidance, wisdom, and ancestral presence. Here, Courtney elevates that tradition into a poetic vision. The desert landscape below feels timeless, a place of trials and revelation, while the sky opens into stillness. Through bold colour, surreal composition, and elegant simplicity, Courtney invites viewers to consider the unseen forces that shape and accompany us. This is a painting about spirit, identity, and the invisible hands that guide our stepsTry it!
