Becoming

Title: Becoming

Size: 40 × 40 inches (Framed)

Medium: Mixed Media Relief Sculpture
(Original Acrylic on Wood with Sculptural Elements)

Year: 2023

Signed: Yes

Certificate of Authenticity: Included

Ready to Hang: Yes

Shipping: Complimentary insured shipping within the continental United States. International collectors, please inquire for a quote.

Description

Becoming explores the quiet, ongoing process of transformation—the space between who we have been and who we are growing into. Surrounded by an abundant field of flowers and expressive botanical forms, the contemplative figure appears grounded in reflection, strength, and possibility.

Her elongated form, lowered gaze, and hand drawn gently toward her chest create a sense of inward awareness. Rich turquoise and green tones are energized by deep crimson lines, delicate blossoms, and warm metallic details, while the burgundy frame completes the composition with a bold, polished presence.

Dimensional elements extend beyond the wood surface, giving the figure, hair, hand, and surrounding garden a distinct physical presence. These handcrafted layers create shifting shadows and reveal new textures as the work is experienced from different angles.

Through his fusion of painting and sculpture, Mark Richardson transforms a moment of introspection into a powerful statement about identity, resilience, and personal evolution. The surrounding flowers suggest that growth is rarely immediate or effortless—it unfolds gradually, shaped by every experience that came before.

Handcrafted as a one-of-one original relief sculpture, Becoming honors transformation not as a final destination, but as a continuing act of courage, self-discovery, and renewal.

Interior setting is a digital mockup created for visualization purposes. Artwork is shown at approximate scale; please refer to the listed dimensions for exact measurements.