This painting captures a profound moment of resilience, where life finds a way to emerge in the most unlikely of places. A small lizard, delicate yet determined, makes its way from a cluster of weathered rocks in a seemingly lifeless, dried riverbed. The rocky terrain, shaped and smoothed by time and the relentless forces of nature, sets the stage for this symbol of endurance. The lizard rests on a distinctly chiselled, cubic rock, its colour and form standing apart from the surrounding stones, as if it was placed by a higher hand for a special purpose. The intense interplay of light and shadow further amplifies the drama of survival, creating a stark contrast between the fragile lizard and the harsh environment. This painting, part of the ‘Life’ series, explores the beauty and tenacity of life in the unforgiving Australian outback, using rocks, pebbles, and sand to reflect the quiet but unyielding persistence of life that continues to thrive against all odds.