Another Sense of Self (2004) Abstract Painting by Robin Jimenez-Bean
Another Sense of Self was created during a period marked by significant emotional, psychological, and spiritual distress — a time when identity felt fragmented, coping systems were overwhelmed, and the familiar anchors of self‑worth were no longer accessible. This piece reflects the raw, unfiltered process of reconstructing a sense of self after profound rupture.
The vivid pink field, intersecting lines, and layered forms mirror the internal experience of trying to hold together parts of oneself that felt disconnected or destabilized. The movement within the composition captures the oscillation between chaos and clarity, a visual representation of what it means to navigate trauma, grief, and emotional overload while still reaching toward coherence. Each stroke carries the tension of survival and the quiet determination to reclaim agency, stability, and meaning.
Another Sense of Self is not just an abstract painting — it is a clinical narrative of resilience. It embodies the therapeutic truth that identity can be rebuilt, even when it has been shaken at its core. This piece honors the courage required to confront emotional collapse, the slow work of reintegration, and the emergence of a self that is not only recovered, but redefined.
Painting Details:
Medium: acrylic & watercolor paints
Size (inches): 11 × 14.5 watercolor paper
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION
Your 11” x 14.5” canvas painting will be shipped flat to protect its structure and surface. Because this piece is delicate and cannot be curled, it is carefully wrapped in protective padding and secured between rigid support boards to prevent bending, pressure, or impact during transit. The artwork is then placed in a sturdy, reinforced shipping box designed specifically for flat transport. This method ensures the canvas arrives safely, maintaining its shape, texture, and integrity.
Another Sense of Self (2004) Abstract Painting by Robin Jimenez-Bean
Another Sense of Self was created during a period marked by significant emotional, psychological, and spiritual distress — a time when identity felt fragmented, coping systems were overwhelmed, and the familiar anchors of self‑worth were no longer accessible. This piece reflects the raw, unfiltered process of reconstructing a sense of self after profound rupture.
The vivid pink field, intersecting lines, and layered forms mirror the internal experience of trying to hold together parts of oneself that felt disconnected or destabilized. The movement within the composition captures the oscillation between chaos and clarity, a visual representation of what it means to navigate trauma, grief, and emotional overload while still reaching toward coherence. Each stroke carries the tension of survival and the quiet determination to reclaim agency, stability, and meaning.
Another Sense of Self is not just an abstract painting — it is a clinical narrative of resilience. It embodies the therapeutic truth that identity can be rebuilt, even when it has been shaken at its core. This piece honors the courage required to confront emotional collapse, the slow work of reintegration, and the emergence of a self that is not only recovered, but redefined.
Painting Details:
Medium: acrylic & watercolor paints
Size (inches): 11 × 14.5 watercolor paper
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION
Your 11” x 14.5” canvas painting will be shipped flat to protect its structure and surface. Because this piece is delicate and cannot be curled, it is carefully wrapped in protective padding and secured between rigid support boards to prevent bending, pressure, or impact during transit. The artwork is then placed in a sturdy, reinforced shipping box designed specifically for flat transport. This method ensures the canvas arrives safely, maintaining its shape, texture, and integrity.
