"To Flourish" Swallow-tailed Moth Painting

Title: To Flourish Subject: swallow-tailed moth (Hemithea aestivaria) and hawthorn berries (crataegus douglasii) Medium: acrylic & gold leaf on canvas Artist: Aimee Schreiber Year: 2026 Size: 16 x 20 inch (40.6 x 50.8 cm) Elevate your walls with this symbolic moth and hawthorn berry painting by Aimee Schreiber. Featuring an exquisite swallow-tailed moth crowned with a textured gold leaf halo against ripening red hawthorn berries, this vibrant painting invites you to contemplate the mysteries of nourishment and the heart. Symbolism: Moths remind us to trust our transformational process and seek the light in dark places, opening our eyes to the ephemeral beauty and freedom on the other side of change. A black hawthorn tree outside my studio was the initial spark of inspiration for this series. Hawthorn has been used for centuries by cultures across the globe as an antioxidant-rich heart tonic and digestive aid. In addition to the medicinal cardiovascular properties, it is also used for emotional heart healing, protective spells, and is said to be a gateway to other realms. As a visual symbol, the hawthorn berries are designed to awaken, expand, and invite you inside the home of your heart. Details: This original acrylic and gold leaf painting on a 16 x 20 inch canvas panel comes framed in a captivating black closed-corner carved wood frame with gothic accents and antiqued gold leaf that measures 19.5 x 23.25 inches around the outside.