Daughter of Lightning – A New Original Oil Painting by Dave

“Daughter of Lightning”
Oil on Panel | 8” x 10” | Available for Purchase in My Shop

Welcome back to the blog, friends. I’m truly excited to share my latest oil painting with you—one that speaks directly to the heart of human resilience and beauty in chaos.

Titled “Daughter of Lightning,” this 8x10 inch original oil painting explores the raw energy of transformation, courage, and inner strength. Painted on a sturdy archival panel with high-quality oils, this piece is as emotionally charged as it is visually compelling.

The Story Behind the Painting

“Daughter of Lightning” began not just as a visual idea—but as a feeling. I wanted to capture that moment when you're standing at the edge of your storm, where the waves are crashing and the sky is alive with uncertainty. And yet—you don't flinch. You stand barefoot, heart open, gazing forward.

In the painting, a woman in a flowing white dress stands before a stormy sea. Lightning branches across the sky, and from it emerges a celestial face—calm, powerful, and divine. This apparition could be seen as a guardian, an inner self, or perhaps the embodiment of nature’s will. It's the storm personified—not as something to fear, but something to stand in awe of. The woman is not overwhelmed. She belongs there. She is the daughter of the storm.

Or as I like to call her—the Daughter of Lightning.

Themes Explored

• Courage in Adversity: The woman faces the chaos, grounded and serene. She symbolizes our ability to remain steady and brave in the face of life's unpredictability.
• Nature and the Divine Feminine: The lightning takes shape as a powerful, ethereal woman—suggesting the connection between divine energy and feminine strength.
• Myth and Modern Spirit: “Daughter of Lightning” feels like a scene from a forgotten myth—a modern tale told in ancient symbolism.

Painting Details

Title: Daughter of Lightning
Medium: Oil on Panel
Size: 8” x 10”
Availability: Original is available for purchase in my shop.

Why This Painting Matters Now

We live in chaotic times—externally and internally. Daughter of Lightning is a reminder that even in the face of storms, you are not alone. You are capable. You carry lightning in your bloodline.

Every piece I paint is a reflection of something I feel needs saying. And this one? It’s a quiet scream for resilience, grace, and the mysterious power we all carry inside.

Bring Her Home

If this painting speaks to you—don’t wait. The original is currently available and once sold, it won’t be replicated. Click here to view in the shop.

Thanks for following my journey. May the rest of your day be the best of your day.
✌️❤️🎨
Warmly, Dave