Medusa: From Fear to Feeling Print

In the original myth, Medusa is blamed for what was done to her and defined by its aftermath. This story mirrors how survivors are often misunderstood after trauma. This work reclaims her power, not through rage but through self trust and regulation of her nervous system. It reflects the stage of healing where you learn to stay grounded and open to new connections without reacting from fear.

Painted in cool, stone line tones, the restrained colour palette reflects a regulated nervous system where intensity is held rather than suppressed. Her gaze is calm but aware, and her snakes no longer represent chaos but instinct shaped by experience.

This piece explores what it means to feel safe in your body again, even when closeness still activates old fear responses. It portrays the ability to stay present and respond from a place of stability rather than survival.

Canvas paper prints are ideal for framing. Stretched canvas over bars arrives ready to hang as a finished artwork. Print Measurements: A4: 21 x 29.7cm A3: 29.7cm x 42cm A2: 42cm x 59.4cm A1: 59.4cm x 84.1cm A0: 84.1cm x 118.9cm