In this composition, color effects the way the world is perceived. Color symbolism was used in obvious and subtle ways to convey meaning to the viewer.
The color gray, an emotionless, moody color was used to convey an unsettling feeling, associated with stormy, troubling conditions. As a transition between black and white, the closer the grays come to black, the more dramatic and mysterious. As gray areas become closer to silver or white, the mood becomes more luminous. Too much gray invokes sadness, gloom and a tendency to loneliness and isolation. Adding different colors change or shift the meaning and intensity of the gray color and the feelings that are invoked.
Black produces feelings of emptiness, gloom, or sadness and is associated with the unknown.
Yellow is the color of hope, positivity, clarity, energy, faith, goodness and optimism.
The bridge is symbolic of a test to see who will be successful. It represents a medical path. The medical practice symbol known as Rod of Asclepius (Caduceus) is named for the Greek god of medicine and healing. In this composition, it has been carved into the bridge pillar representing a medical path through troubled, chaotic and stormy times.
The river is formless, boundless, unfathomable, with unknown predators. It's a place where one can easily be lost on the journey through life.
The zodiac symbol of cancer is the crab which was based on Karkinos, a giant crab that harassed Heracles during his fight with the Hydra. The giant crab is a symbol of nature in the wild, primeval state representing a destructive force of nature, fear, insecurity, bad luck, and death.
(♋) is the astrological sign associated with the constellation Cancer and is found on the claw. Cancer's element is water and is associated with the fog and water below the bridge.
The bracelets are made of knots that may bind or loosen, and represent connections to family and friends supporting the journey.
Medical infusion devices on wheels and the black pouch are the weapons used on the journey.
Light is the absolute cosmic power. It is one of the most universal and fundamental symbols. It is the spiritual and the divine; it is illumination and intelligence. Light is the source of goodness and the ultimate reality. Light is the avenger of evil forces and darkness. Light is knowledge, hope, cosmic energy, warmth, and optimism.
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