Pedernal 

Here is the Pedernal mountain, rendered in paint by Georgia O'Keeffe. Dominating the horizon, the Pedernal mountain appears like a sleeping giant, bearing a resemblance to archaic telluric divinities and ancient gods depicted in art throughout history. The mountain, a symbol of permanence and steadfastness, echoes motifs found in the mythologies of many cultures. From Mount Olympus to Mount Sinai, mountains have long represented the intersection of the earthly and the divine, embodying the collective desire for stability, transcendence, and spiritual insight. Over time, the mountain motif recurs, morphing from sacred peak to sublime landscape, reflecting both conscious and unconscious desires and fears. O'Keeffe's Pedernal, rendered with a soft, dreamlike palette, engages our psyche, stirring a primordial connection to the earth. The recurring symbol of the mountain engages viewers on a deep, subconscious level. The mountain is a symbol not just of geographical features, but of humanity’s enduring quest for meaning, forever resurfacing and evolving in different eras.