Soft Power | Original | Richard Blunt

"There’s presence in the way he moves

And wisdom in his hands

The kind of quiet, inner strength

That deals a calm command"

Within the collection, it represents the moment we realise that becoming is not about pushing harder, but about allowing, receiving, and trusting in our own rhythm. It is the power of stillness, of intuition, of holding steady in one’s truth.

The interplay of oil paint and 24ct gold leaf creates a delicate yet commanding presence, inviting the viewer to reconsider what it means to be powerful — and to recognise the radiance that emerges from softness.