The Galaxy is a 2023 large-scale acrylic painting by Rosana Auqué that transforms family into a cosmic constellation of symbols, affection, and shared emotional gravity.
The Galaxy
Artist: Rosana Auqué
Year: 2023
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 200 x 100 cm
Private collection in Colombia
The Galaxy – A Portrait Beyond Form
“The Galaxy” by Rosana Auqué is not a representation of the cosmos in the conventional sense. It is something far more intimate: a constellation of meaning, a symbolic architecture where relationships become visible and emotional gravity takes shape.
Created in 2023 using acrylic on canvas and unfolding across a monumental 200 x 100 cm format, this work expands the visual language of the artist into a broader spatial and emotional dimension. Here, scale is not only physical—it is relational. Each element exists in connection, not isolation.
“the galaxy”🪐💚🎈💫⭐️- my family’s portrait.
this is the first time I paint balloons in different shapes. i wanted all of their threads to be united by one knot only🧵. each balloon has its own purpose and direction in the sky, and they are aware that they can stretch and expand as much as they want to. they can fly high because they know they have each other🎈
The Language of Symbols and Emotional Structure
In this work, Rosana Auqué constructs a visual system where each symbol carries a precise emotional role. The painting does not narrate—it organizes meaning through presence.
The Planet as Center of Gravity
🪐 the planet: that centre we all orbit. the force that elevates us towards the stars. our certainty, the powerful energy that makes it all tangible.
The planetary form operates as a gravitational anchor. It is not static; it is a force that holds, guides, and elevates. Within the composition, it defines orientation—everything else exists in relation to it.
The Green Heart as Living Core
💚 the green heart: it is love personified. the feminine figure that holds us together.
pure and generous as mother nature. always lovingly, always graceful.
The heart introduces a different type of energy: not structural, but sustaining. It is the connective tissue of the painting, embodying continuity, care, and silent cohesion.
The Shooting Star as Direction
💫 the shooting star: the wise spark that shows us the way. a bright flash of clarity and vivacity that can light up the whole universe.
This element introduces movement and temporality. It is the moment of awareness—the instant when direction becomes visible.
The Star as Sensibility
⭐️ the star: sensibility at its pure level. the graceful, most beautiful star full of empathy, intelligence and sense of humor.
Here, the composition softens. The star represents perception, the ability to feel and interpret reality with depth and nuance.
The Balloon as Expansion
🎈 the balloon: the epitome of fun.
The balloons are no longer singular forms as seen in earlier works. Their transformation into multiple shapes signals an evolution: individuality within unity. They expand, stretch, and move, yet remain bound by a single knot—an invisible structure of belonging.
A Unified System of Relationships
What defines “The Galaxy” is not the presence of its elements, but the tension between autonomy and connection. Each form moves freely, yet none exists alone.
The single knot that binds all threads becomes the silent center of the work. It is not depicted as dominant, yet it is structurally essential. This invisible bond transforms the composition into a system rather than an image.
The painting proposes a quiet but radical idea: expansion does not require separation. Growth can occur within connection.
Material Presence and Spatial Experience
Executed in acrylic on canvas, the surface of “The Galaxy” reveals layers of gesture and control. The scale—200 x 100 cm—invites a bodily experience. The viewer does not simply observe; they enter a field of relationships.
The horizontal format reinforces the idea of expansion, echoing a horizon that is not fixed but constantly unfolding. Within this space, color and form interact as forces rather than decorative elements.
The work is currently held in a private collection in Colombia, reinforcing its status not only as an artwork but as a lived presence within a personal context.
Frequently Asked Questions about “The Galaxy”
What does “The Galaxy” represent in Rosana Auqué’s work?
“The Galaxy” represents a symbolic portrait of family, where each element embodies a role within a system of emotional and relational connections.
Why are balloons central to this painting?
The balloons act as metaphors for individuality and expansion. In this work, their transformation into different shapes marks a shift toward diversity within unity.
What is the meaning of the single knot connecting all elements?
The knot represents an invisible bond—an underlying structure that holds everything together without limiting movement or growth.
Where is “The Galaxy” currently located?
The painting is part of a private collection in Colombia.
How does this artwork relate to Rosana Auqué’s broader artistic practice?
It expands her recurring exploration of connection, elevation, and emotional landscapes, introducing a more complex system of symbolic relationships.