Rose – A Field of Living Energy
“Rose” is not a representation of a flower, but a field where life unfolds in continuous movement. Painted in 2022, this circular work belongs to the Connection collection by Rosana Auqué, a body of work that explores the invisible threads that bind existence—between people, places, and the deeper layers of the universe.
The painting was presented in Santa Marta, the artist’s hometown, a place that holds emotional and energetic significance within her trajectory. In this context, “Rose” becomes more than an artwork: it is a return, a dialogue, and a recognition of origin.
Executed in acrylic on canvas with a diameter of 100 cm, the circular format removes hierarchy and direction. There is no beginning or end, only flow. The composition expands in waves, suggesting that what we perceive as separate is, in reality, constantly merging and transforming.
The Circle as a Language of Unity
The circular structure of “Rose” is not aesthetic—it is conceptual. By choosing a format without edges or corners, the work resists fragmentation. It proposes a way of seeing where everything is interconnected.
Within the painting, forms emerge and dissolve into one another. There is no fixed center, but rather multiple points of intensity that coexist. This creates a visual rhythm that mirrors the way energy moves in nature: not in straight lines, but in cycles, expansions, and returns.
The viewer is not positioned outside the work, but invited into it. The gaze does not stop; it travels.
Color as Emotional Frequency
Color in “Rose” operates beyond representation. It is not descriptive—it is experiential. The palette suggests warmth, expansion, and subtle transformation, where tones interact as if they were in conversation.
Rather than defining shapes, color becomes the structure itself. It carries movement, depth, and sensation. Each transition between hues feels organic, as if the painting were breathing.
This approach aligns with the broader language of the Connection collection, where color is used to express states of being rather than objects.
Santa Marta – Origin and Expansion
Presenting “Rose” in Santa Marta adds a layer of meaning that cannot be separated from the work. It is in this place where the artist reconnects with her roots, and where the idea of connection becomes tangible.
The painting reflects this dual movement: grounding and expansion. It holds the intimacy of origin while opening toward something larger—what the artist describes as “the universe we all share.”
In this sense, “Rose” is both personal and universal. It speaks of belonging, but also of the infinite.
Artwork Details
Title: Rose
Artist: Rosana Auqué
Year: 2022
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 100 cm diameter
Collection: Connection
Location of presentation: Santa Marta, Colombia
Frequently Asked Questions about “Rose”
What does “Rose” represent?
“Rose” does not represent a literal flower. It is an exploration of connection, where forms and colors suggest the continuous flow of energy that links all elements of life.
Why is the painting circular?
The circular format eliminates hierarchy and direction. It reflects a vision of reality where everything is interconnected, without beginning or end.
What is the Connection collection?
The Connection collection is a body of work by Rosana Auqué that investigates the relationships between energy, movement, and existence. It focuses on how everything is linked within a shared field.
Why was this artwork presented in Santa Marta?
Santa Marta is the artist’s hometown and a place of deep personal significance. Presenting the work there reinforces its conceptual focus on origin, belonging, and connection.
Is “Rose” available for acquisition?
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