The symbolism of trees in art

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How often do You meet in art the image of a tree? Let's think of how and where that came from and why it is still so popular

How often do You meet in art the image of a tree? Let's think of how and where that came from and why it is still so popular

From ancient times to our days in art continually arises the image of a tree. Artists painted the trees in different techniques over the centuries, but despite this, still the theme of the tree remains popular. So let's see why people are so drawn to this miracle of nature!
In many cultures there is the image of a tree. The tree symbolizes life, growth, renewal and rebirth. Also the symbol of the tree in folklore known as the Tree of life. In many Nations there are two trees – the tree of life and the tree of knowledge of good and evil. These characters exist in the Bible.

One contemporary artist – Borodinova Elizabeth, originally from Moscow, in his paintings, too, is drawn to the subject tree. Despite the fact that the artist from a major metropolis, her works present identity. Favorite she became the motif of a simple Russian birch. Color, composition and rhythm affect the perception of each painting special.

In the power of the artist to show the beauty of life and to understand that everything beautiful can be destroyed. So some pictures Borodinova depicts a birch among the bright colors and gold, and on the other we see a pile of logs.

Borodinova Elizabeth "wood"

The tree is a symbol of life that should be protected. "If you tell me that tomorrow is the end of the world, that still today I planted a tree." (Martin Luther)