"Love & Hope"

Original Art by Elaine Lazarus

Gouache on watercolor paper, 24” x 18”

Framed size: 24” x 18”

"Love & Hope" reflects a vision of peace, resilience, and connection. At its center, an ancient banyan tree stands as a timeless witness to life’s many generations, its branches unfolding into a mosaic of vivid color—hot pink, yellow, green, and blue—each one echoing the richness of human experience. The sandy shore and soft grass root the scene in nature’s quiet beauty, while drifting clouds give way to a radiant rainbow, a universal symbol of renewal and hope. A butterfly rests gracefully on the tree’s branches, suggesting transformation, possibility, and the beauty of life in motion. To the right, two hands—intertwined in a gesture of interracial unity—become a powerful emblem of friendship and enduring love, while a glowing heart radiates warmth and compassion. Every element is interwoven, creating a vibrant meditation on love, harmony, and hope, designed to uplift and inspire both spirit and space.