The Hermit 2020

Zoe Hawk's 2020 painting, "The Hermit," depicts a solitary figure cloaked in green, walking through a snowy landscape. Holding a lantern, the figure casts a warm glow onto the snowy ground, suggesting both isolation and a guiding light. The painting's realistic style and melancholic atmosphere evoke the imagery of traditional hermit figures, while also suggesting a contemporary interpretation of solitude and self-discovery.