TEA FOR YOU & ME

TEA FOR YOU & ME 24"x 18" Acrylic on Canvas Board 2012 by Roopa Dudley (SOLD)

I wanted to create an imaginary Chess themed Tea Set and wanted to play with Complimentary and Primary Colors and the symbolic references that I simply cannot do without.

Motherhood is one of the most amazing experiences and a state of being for a lot of women including myself. For some it is probably the single most important mission on earth. The question then becomes "What triggers it in this day an age and why?"

Starting from the top the Gears symbolize the female reproductive organs alluding to biological clock.  A time to find that special partner who is perfect for you to procreate with before it is too late. I am obsessed with Time and have been obsessed with it since I was 13 years old.

Having good times sharing a cup of Tea and exchanging passionate discussions with your beloved who enriches your life in every way you can imagine is what most of us crave in an ultimate relationship. The plant foliage here signifies that everything that is good and lasting requires a lot of TLC and proper cultivation. The Knights here signify the uncertainty of nature and circumstances. Flowers signify that beauty and youth that does not last forever and thus referring back to Time as an essence.

Bottom line: Time to take care and to cultivate relationships, Time to make love and to procreate, Time to enjoy life and making hay while the sun shines and Time to rejoice and enjoy the fruits of your labor. All starting out from pouring out some TEA for You and Me and feeling the LOVE.