A Brush With The Deep

This series of original paintings embarks on an odyssey across the vastness of the ocean, where Brittany Ferns weaves a tapestry of folklore and symbols, tapping into humanity's enduring fascination with the mysteries of the deep. At the heart of her exploration are mermaids, ancient figures that have long represented transformation, serenity, and the raw, uninhibited power of the feminine form. The mermaid, in Ferns' hands, transcends cultural mythology, becoming a vessel for contemplating the depths of the human experience and our collective enchantment with the unknown. Ferns' process is as layered as the materials she works with—thick linens, muslins, and wax are built up into richly textured surfaces that evoke a tactile sense of antiquity, as though these paintings are remnants of a forgotten world. The resulting works possess a nostalgic aura, reverberating with the age-old tradition of storytelling, where each brushstroke becomes a whispered legend passed down through time. The