Benard’s paintings move through the distinct phases of mourning with a powerful visual narrative. The series begins with the appearance of the first clouds, transformed into Monster Clouds, palpable symbols of the incipient emotional storm. As we progress through the pieces, we witness these clouds becoming denser, occupying the space with an overwhelming presence—a direct reflection of the layers of pain and mental confusion inherent in the darkest moments.

Yet, Paula Benard’s work does not remain stagnant in despair. Through a palette that gradually opens to color and light, the artist narrates a return to and reconciliation with life. Each canvas thus becomes both a confession and a promise: that even in the most tumultuous landscapes, clarity can eventually be glimpsed, and that there is beauty even in pain, as there is in storms.

A tireless experimenter and creator of unique sensory atmospheres, Paula Benard offers an exhibition that is a testament to resilience, sensitivity, and the universality of human emotion in the face of loss and transformation. These works form part of her evolving body of work.