Mary Dragon Queen - FKA Twigs

36"x48" Oil Paint on Birch.

This painting, titled Mary Dragon Queen, is a mesmerizing fusion of mythology, spirituality, and divine femininity, featuring singer and performer FKA Twigs as the central figure. The title reimagines Mary Magdalene as a radiant figure of metaphysical mastery and spiritual power, offering a narrative of transformation, resilience, and the return of balance to sacred spaces.

Atop her head rests St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, symbolizing enlightenment and higher consciousness. The temple also represents the return of the divine feminine to the church, reclaiming a presence long forbidden in religious institutions. This architectural crown reinforces her role as a spiritual leader, bridging the earthly and celestial.

The painting showcases an array of metaphysical abilities. The transmutation of matter is symbolized by the transformation of a red orchid into a green beetle, signifying renewal and the interplay of life forces. Her glowing blue hands, flowing water, and chalice-like droplet on her shoulder evoke themes of shapeshifting and sacred vessels, further emphasizing her connection to elemental and mystical realms. A dragon coiled around her neck embodies mastery over energy, balance, and the power of transformation.

The gemstones adorning her throat and forehead highlight her ability to purify and harness the power of voice to shape reality, linking communication with higher consciousness. A river of teardrops flows from one eye, transforming into scales or plumage that adorn her being, symbolizing the transmutation of pain into emotional armor and strength.

In her other hand, she cradles a red egg, a reference to the biblical tale of Mary Magdalene presenting an egg to Emperor Tiberius to herald Christ’s resurrection. When mocked, her prayer turned the egg red, convincing the emperor of her truth and catalyzing change. The egg becomes a powerful symbol of faith, transformation, and divine intervention.

Set against a swirling, mystical backdrop, Mary Dragon Queen blends divine femininity with earthly and cosmic elements, celebrating the return of balance and the empowerment of the sacred feminine. Through its intricate symbolism and storytelling, the painting invites viewers to explore themes of enlightenment, resilience, and the transformative power of faith and creation.

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