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Kat Silver
Diving Deep, Oil Painting

2022

$1,825
£1,384.77
€1,583.36
CA$2,549.03
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DKK 11,816.90
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Artist Comments
A mesmerizing underwater scene comes to life where an enchanting mix of sea creatures, humans, and scuba bunnies coexist in perfect harmony. The submerged world symbolizes the subconscious mind, with a person diving into the depths of their innermost thoughts. The red kayak, gently floating on the calm waves, and the vibrant coral reefs add dynamic splashes of color to the mainly blue composition.


About the Artist
Artist Kat Silver paints surrealist compositions with a whimsical and satirical approach. She draws inspiration from the imagery of her dreams and the symbolisms present in her surroundings. The image of the rabbit has become an important character and signature in Kat's work. For her, they represent power and taking control of one's life. Through her art, she invites the viewer to question the mundanity of daily existence and embrace the magic within them. "I believe human beings have a lot we can learn from nature," says Kat. "If we watch and listen to the earth and all its creatures, we can learn to fully enjoy our lives instead of being caught up in materialism, drama, and stress." Kat started to paint when she was seven years old, with her uncle as her teacher. She received her BA in Painting at Nazareth College in 2001 and succeedingly studied at Drexel University in Philadelphia, where she mastered Art Therapy. Kat works in her home studio on a small desk strewn with supplies—surrounded by walls adorned with artwork that inspires her. Beyond her studio, Kat feeds her soul in nature, exploring wooded parks, forests, oceans, and streams. She often goes to antique shops to spark her creativity.


Words that describe this painting: swimming, whales, swim, ocean, sea, water, diving, deep, bunnies, rabbits, surreal, surrealism, underwater, oilpaint, animals, animals, surrealism, oil painting, blue


Diving Deep
Kat Silver
Oil painting on stretched canvas
Finished black edges
Varnished and Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2022
28 in. h x 22 in. w x 1.5 in. d
5 lbs. 0 oz.


  • Creator:
  • Creation Year:
    2022
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Diving Deep. Kat Silver. Oil painting on stretched canvas. Finished black edges. Varnished and Ready to hang. One-of-a-kind. Signed on front.
  • Gallery Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 768231stDibs: LU922113419742

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