"You Are Safe" is a powerful 32x32 inch (exactly 80x80 cm) original acrylic painting that captures a deeply emotional and spiritual moment between a girl and the protective spirit of her horse. This portrait depicts a girl curled up in a ball, enveloped by the rearing spirit of her horse, symbolizing the bond of trust, protection, and healing that can exist between humans and animals.

Symbolism and Story: This artwork was inspired by a profoundly spiritual experience I shared with my rescue horse, Brylant. When I first got him, Brylant was a two-and-a-half-year-old aggressive, unmanageable stallion. Vets recommended putting him down because he was too dangerous to handle. But I refused to give up on him. I spent a year building enough trust with him to safely have him gelded, followed by two more years of intensive training based on freedom type methods, pressure release, and positive reinforcement. My goal was to rehabilitate Brylant’s emotional state and prove that it was possible to train an aggressive horse with food rewards.

However, there came a day when I wanted to give up—not just on Brylant, but on life itself. I was injured, bleeding, and overwhelmed with despair. At 2 am, I went out to the horses in tears, hyperventilating, and laid on the ground in a fetal position. Brylant walked over to me and stood over me, while the other horses stood close by like statues.

At first, I thought Brylant was being aggressive—snorting, breathing loudly, and tearing the blanket off me like a rabid dog. He destroyed the blanket and flung my slippers across the paddock. Then, with nothing left but me, Brylant did something extraordinary. He started licking my wound, breathing slowly and loudly, showing me how to calm down and breathe through my anxiety attack.

The horse I had worked so hard to pull out of his emotional turmoil was now taking care of me when I couldn’t take care of myself. This painting, "You Are Safe," is a testament to the healing power of the bond between horse and human. It represents the moment when Brylant showed me just how much he had healed—and how much he was ready to help me heal in return.

A Symbol of Protection and Healing: Hang "You Are Safe" in your home as a powerful symbol of the protection, trust, and emotional support that animals can offer. Let this painting serve as a reminder that even in your darkest moments, you are not alone. The spirit of those who care for you, human or animal, will always be there to guide and protect you.

Key Features:

• Title: “You Are Safe”

• Medium: Original Acrylic Painting on Canvas

• Style: Emotional, Symbolic, Contemporary Art

• Colors: [Specify dominant colors used in the painting]

• Dimensions: 32x32 inches (exactly 80x80 cm)

• Orientation: Square

• Framing: Unframed, ready to hang on a stretched canvas

• Signature: Signed by the artist

Why This Piece?

• Emotionally Powerful: This painting captures a deeply personal and spiritual moment, making it a meaningful addition to any space.

• Symbolic and Healing: The artwork symbolizes protection, healing, and the profound bond between horse and human, offering inspiration and comfort to those who view it.

• Perfect for Art and Equestrian Enthusiasts: Ideal for those who appreciate the beauty of equine art and the deeper, symbolic meanings it conveys.

• Hand-Painted Original: Own a unique piece of art that reflects the artist’s personal journey of healing and the transformative power of trust and connection.