| "The tree is a symbol of life --- it protects us from the elements , gives shade to the weary , shelter for so many animals, fuel and food for others. My painting thus brings together the five continents and its inhabitants as branches of the same tree of life . This tree grows from within our Mother Earth . The background colours of blue and ochre symbolise water and energy which are the two main elements of life and growth . This is a positive message of peaceful co-existence which is possible in a peaceful , nuclear / WMD free world. This is the future we want." |
