At Least I Tried
This body of work began without a clear intention, only a desire to paint through the noise and challenges of everyday life. As a mother and a woman, I’m constantly striving to be present, to be patient, to be myself and often failing, or at least feeling like I am. There are moments of joy, fatigue, apathy, and rebellion that move through me in the space of minutes, and these paintings became a way of holding all of that at once.
The brighter passages of colour represent those fleeting instants where I feel like I might have it together where something clicks, however briefly, and I catch a glimpse of calm or competence. Around them, the muddier tones speak to the daily mess and movement of trying, again and again, to do my best.
This series revealed itself only towards the end of its making. It feels like the beginning of a larger conversation one about effort, surrender, and the quiet persistence of showing up to both the work and the life that shapes it.
Painting Dimensions
140x170cm
Framed Dimensions
145x175cm
Framing
This painting is currently unframed. The price of the painting is inclusive of float framing, allowing you to select between a natural or walnut frame.
Framing for Prints
All Sara Winfield prints, both paper and canvas, are sold unframed and will arrive rolled in a tube. If you'd like your order sent directly to your framer, please include their details in the delivery address at checkout. We're also happy to help coordinate framing through our partner, though we recommend framing locally to avoid shipping glass. For framing or stretching enquiries, please email hello@sarawinfield.com.
Additional shipping fees may apply and can be quoted before you decide.
Framing for Originals
Framing is complementary on all original paintings. Please state your framing preference in the 'Notes' section at checkout. You may select from natural oak, walnut, black or hand-painted white.