Encaustic wax, oil paint, shellac on wood

26”x 38” Framed

This vibrant encaustic artwork captures the cradle of Western civilization—the Mediterranean—through a stylized globe form centered on Greece, the Greek islands, Turkey, and surrounding waters. The turquoise sea flows with life and history, contrasted by rich golds and earthy browns that shape the ancient coastlines. The sun and celestial motifs in each corner evoke time, mythology, and cosmic influence, reinforcing the region's historical depth. Swirling patterns in the background echo the layered cultures that emerged here—philosophy, art, trade, and storytelling—all born from this luminous, interconnected sea. The globe shape emphasizes the enduring centrality of this region in shaping the world.