Three Killerwhale

“Three Killerwhale”
Oil on canvas
Inspiration:
• Memories of a trip to the United States, Washington and Oregon States;
– A trip to the San Juan Islands near the Canadian border, where orcas often swim into the bays;
•A visit to Native American reservations;
• Works by Robert Davidson, @eagleofthedawn;
Style:
This work combines several styles:
• Abstraction
• Symbolism
• Minimalism
• Haida art (Northwest Coast Native Art)

In the art of the Northwest Coast peoples (Haida, Tlingit, and others), the Orca is one of the most revered and powerful symbols. It is considered the ruler of the Ocean and a symbol of longevity, strength, and family unity.
The main meanings of the killer whale in this style:
1. Symbol of family and loyalty
Killer whales live and hunt in pods, so their image often represents family bonds, community, and devotion. In mythology, it is believed that if a killer whale finds a mate, it is for life.

2. Link between worlds
Native Americans believed that killer whales were reincarnated chieftains or hunters who had gone to sea. Therefore, the killer whale is considered a bridge between the human and spirit worlds, a symbol of transition and spiritual guidance.

3. “Sea Wolf”
The killer whale is often called the “sea wolf” for its intelligence and ability to hunt in groups. It represents skill, strength, and success.

The concept of “triadicity”:
This is a philosophical and logical principle stating that any phenomenon or process is best described through a tripartite structure. Unlike dualism (black/white), trinity introduces the concept of a “third way” or harmonizing center.
Key aspects of the symbolism of the number three:
Dynamic unity: If “one” is the thesis and “two” is the antithesis (conflict), then “three” is the synthesis that resolves the contradiction and creates a new reality.
Time cycle: Unity of past, present, and future; beginning, middle, and end; birth, life, and death.