The Stairway 2020

"The Stairway," a 2020 painting by Zoe Hawk, depicts five young women in dresses in a dark forest. The women are ascending a white staircase, which appears to lead upwards and out of the woods. The scene suggests a sense of mystery and intrigue. The women's expressions and the dark setting evoke a sense of foreboding, while the staircase symbolizes a path towards a brighter future. The painting's stark realism and bold colors create a visually striking and thought-provoking composition.