Transience

Everything comes to pass, especially feelings.

The painting's central feature, three peonies depicted at different stages of life — budding, in full bloom, and wilting—powerfully symbolises the constant force of change. Impermanence is an undeniable truth that affects all things throughout time. We understand this deeply through our own emotions, as their constant flux is a universal human experience. This reminds us to avoid despair in difficult moments and excessive elation in joyful ones, recognising the inherent ebb and flow of life.

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Sacred geometry is the study of spiritual meaning in various spatial arrangements. Symmetry offers a balance that resonates with humankind because of our bilateral physiology. We find a sense of balance, beauty, calmness in symmetrical compositions.

Jacqueline Shiu uses Chinese classical, Tibetan Thangka, & French art nouveau motifs in her paintings to illustrate the truth, the good, and the beautiful. Geometric proportions & symmetry express dignity, righteousness, and order; organic lines & shapes embody the complexity and depth of human emotions; detail & intricacy reflect human dedication and perseverance; and flowers are symbolic of grace and perfection.