Chapter three: Spring

Spring breathes waves of new life into Athrú. Flowers bloom, adorned with vivid colours, colliding in an effort to bathe in the sun. Trees awaken from their winter slumber, bearing fruits for animals, who fly and scutter eagerly in search of food. Cherry blossoms fill the air with sweet fragrances, delicately flourishing for a few short weeks. This is a time of nourishment, serenity and transience within the valley.

In many examples of literature, spring is associated as a time of love and new beginnings. It suggests a heavenly time for the world, when nature springs into life and days begin to extend. For me, it signifies a period of inner peace, a time when I feel hopeful for the future. The world appears alive with change, and the sun brings comforting warmth. It is my favourite time of year, and this project has reminded me to appreciate its fleeting beauty.

View the works in this space on my website: https://christianjago.co.uk/ephemeral-bloom-spring

The exhibition takes place inside a landscape resembling spring. The sky is light-pink and thick with fog, while the ground is an expanse of gently-moving water. There are trees throughout the landscape, which are covered with pink petals and leaves, resembling cherry blossoms. Amongst the trees are rocks, emerging from the water. There are stepping stones throughout the water which guide the viewer through the artworks.