I would like my painting to initiate a dialogue with the observer, to offer a subtle reminder of our fundamental task, a search for happiness. By painting a representation of a real object and achieving the illusion of reality, I wish to lead the viewer towards an emotional reaction that is soothing and inspiring.

Communicating through a complex assemblage of line and form, colour and tone, harmony, unity and rhythm, I seek to create a magical scene, reminiscent of the natural world, but which goes beyond the natural reality – a reflection of that timeless beauty present and enduring in all of us, and which at heart must compose the fabric of our social relations. For beauty, witnessed even in fleeting moments, buries deep in our mind and soul to provide a haven for suppressed tears and as yet unrealized dreams. It is an inspiration to journey within, to touch the light of true happiness, and thus bring forth the full measure of our compassion to join with the collective breath of community.

Artist Marcel Desbiens has been commissioned to produce 3 large scale works for the Robina Public Hospital, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Filmmaker Guy Mansfield has been following Marcel on this artistic journey to discover his unique approach and traditional methods. The painting starts way before paint hits the canvas - Marcel begins by growing the flowers he intends to paint. Taking this feeling from nature he delivers works which bring truly therapeutic benefits to hospital patents, visitors and staff.

Marcel Desbiens - Public Artist
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