Rarum est Carum

Rare things are valuable is the meaning of this anonimous Latin saying. It's true that not all of us can get some precious things in this world. But we can not take them with us when we die neighter. If you worked hard and earned your money enjoy it now! Don't be greedy share it and make yourself and others happy! Because life is too short for little games.

Rarum est carum (Rare things are valuable)

Oil painting and mixed media on canvas - 74 x 93 cm - 2011

Nulla rosa sine spinis

“Nulla rosa sine spinis” There is no rose without spine

Oil painting and mixed media on canvas - 81 x 100 cm - 2011

Seeking symbolic meaning of the rose we can look at the ancient beliefs, in which rose expresses promise, new beginnings, passion and desire. This beauty is contrasted with its thorns which represents defense, physicality, loss, dissapointment.

In this latin saying “Nulla Rosa sine spinis” – (There is no rose without thorn) tells us that whatever we really wanted so badly that precious thing, for sure will give us some headache in some point of our life. If you are special person who has passion for an achievement and you know now nothing comes easy…