Quiet Time 

Jeff Jamison's painting presents us with a domestic interior, composed with muted tones, where the arched doorway and the reflective mirror stand out. The arch, a motif deeply rooted in history, serves as a visual gateway, inviting contemplation. From ancient Roman architecture to Renaissance paintings, arches have signified transition and passage, both physically and metaphorically. Here, it frames a space beyond, suggesting a journey into another state of being, perhaps the tranquility alluded to in the title. Mirrors, too, have long held symbolic weight. In antiquity, they were associated with self-awareness. Renaissance art made mirrors symbols of vanity, and here it suggests introspection. The soft light and diffused reflections evoke a psychological space where memory and perception intertwine. The artist taps into our collective consciousness, reminding us of the enduring human quest for reflection. Each element, carefully placed, contributes to a cyclical narrative that transcends time.