Horse in Forest 

This watercolor piece, “Horse in Forest” was made by Maria Bozoky. What strikes the eye is how the artist portrays the horse not just as an animal, but as a vessel of raw emotion, deeply connected to the natural world. Consider the horse itself, a potent symbol throughout history. From the steeds of Apollo pulling the sun chariot to the humble farm animals, the horse represents vitality and freedom. In ancient Greece, the horse was linked to Poseidon, embodying untamed power and instinct. This echoes in the image of the horse here, rendered in fluid strokes that capture its essence, its life force. In contrast to the free roaming horse, the fence behind, a stark demarcation against the wilderness. This boundary reminds us of humanity’s persistent desire to control nature, a theme as old as civilization itself. The shadows and the muted tones add to the sense of introspection, tapping into our subconscious understanding of nature's beauty.