{"title":"Collected Works","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese paintings have found homes in private collections throughout the UK and represent important moments in my artistic journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach work reflects my intuitive approach to painting, where layers of colour, texture and emotion evolve naturally on the canvas. While these original pieces are no longer available, they remain an important part of the story of Denise Jackson Studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo view currently available artwork, please visit the Originals collection or contact me regarding future collections and commissions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"doorways","title":"COLLECTED DOORWAYS I","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoorways is about transition — those moments in life when you feel you are standing between what has been and what is beginning to take shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe strong red and orange forms at the top of the painting represent energy, emotion, and lived experience. They hold warmth and intensity, while the cooler turquoise shapes below offer a sense of calm, reflection, and space to pause. Together, they speak to the balance we often search for during times of change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe layered textures and structured blocks suggest boundaries and openings — places where one chapter closes and another quietly opens. Nothing here feels fixed or final; instead, the painting reflects the feeling of moving through change rather than arriving at a destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoorways invites the viewer to slow down and notice where they are in their own life — to recognise that transition doesn’t have to be rushed, and that there can be steadiness and beauty in the space between.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e74 x 74 with white wooden floating frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Denise Jackson Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56981841052022,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7699\/6726\/files\/Doorways.jpg?v=1768142081"},{"product_id":"heatblaze","title":"COLLECTED   DOORWAYS II","description":"\u003cp\u003eSOLD \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoorways II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece explores the idea that not all doorways feel the same — some invite us gently, while others ask for courage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe three vertical forms sit side by side, each holding its own energy. The vibrant reds carry confidence, strength, and forward movement, while the softer pink introduces vulnerability, openness, and emotion. Together, they reflect the different ways we experience change — sometimes bold and certain, sometimes tender and unsure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surrounding layers and imperfect edges are intentional. They suggest history, memory, and the traces of what has come before, reminding us that we never step into a new chapter untouched by the past. The spaces between each form act as quiet pauses — moments to breathe before moving on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis painting is about choice and presence. It reflects the experience of standing before multiple possibilities, recognising that each doorway leads somewhere different, and trusting yourself enough to step through when the time feels right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Denise Jackson Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56982008693110,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7699\/6726\/files\/Heatblaze.webp?v=1768140722"},{"product_id":"heaven","title":"COLLECTED Heaven","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeaven is about lightness — the feeling of being lifted out of heaviness and into something more open and expansive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBold, sweeping movement across the upper part of the painting brings energy and emotion, while softer layers below create space and stillness. The horizon line acts as a meeting point between the two — where intensity and calm gently connect rather than compete.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colours move freely, suggesting freedom, possibility, and moments of joy that feel almost weightless. There is a sense of looking beyond the immediate, allowing the eye — and the mind — to drift upward and outward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis painting reflects those rare moments when everything feels aligned — when clarity replaces doubt and there is a quiet sense of ease. Heaven is not about perfection, but about release — letting go of what weighs us down and allowing ourselves to feel lighter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003eOriginal mixed media on canvas\u003cbr\u003eFramed as shown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dimensions\"\u003e34 x 44 cm including frame\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Denise Jackson Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56982088548726,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7699\/6726\/files\/Heaven.jpg?v=1767285720"},{"product_id":"lillies","title":"COLLECTED Lilies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLilies is a celebration of simplicity and quiet beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe white flowers sit lightly against a rich turquoise background, their softness balanced by the warmth of the yellow ground beneath. Painted with loose, expressive marks, the lilies feel alive rather than arranged — natural, imperfect, and full of character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe glass jar anchors the composition, offering a sense of grounding and stillness, while the flowers themselves lift the piece with openness and light. There is a feeling of everyday beauty here — the kind found in small moments, familiar spaces, and things noticed when we slow down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLilies reflects a sense of calm contentment. It is about appreciating what is present, rather than searching for more — a gentle reminder that beauty often lives in the simplest of forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003eOriginal mixed media on canvas\u003cbr\u003eFramed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100x 100 cm\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Denise Jackson Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56982177186166,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7699\/6726\/files\/33096AC2-981D-4DDB-B4EC-C83B62A41A8C_32895072-8e78-4957-a81b-b3c63c834330.png?v=1769589114"},{"product_id":"serenity","title":"COLLECTED .. SERENITY","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e COLLECTED\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerenity is about stillness — not the absence of feeling, but the quiet that comes after movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft, muted tones stretch across the surface, layered gently to create a sense of openness and space. A subtle horizontal line runs through the centre, acting as a quiet anchor — a meeting point between sky and land, thought and feeling, breath in and breath out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis painting reflects those moments when things begin to settle. When the noise fades and clarity doesn’t arrive suddenly, but softly. The textures are understated, inviting the viewer to slow down and spend time with the piece rather than search for answers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerenity offers a sense of calm and balance — a reminder that peace doesn’t need to be dramatic, and that sometimes the most powerful moments are the quiet ones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003eOriginal mixed media on canvas\u003cbr\u003eFramed as shown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dimensions\"\u003e100x 100 cm\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Denise Jackson Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56982295019894,"sku":null,"price":1950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7699\/6726\/files\/Serenity_86f51860-2da6-4932-a087-9d2342d588dd.webp?v=1767286581"},{"product_id":"whispering-of-the-tide","title":"COLLECTED    Whispering of the Tide","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhispering of the Tides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhispering of the Tides is about subtle movement and quiet presence — the gentle rhythm of the sea and the way it invites us to slow down and listen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft layers of turquoise, muted blues, and sandy neutrals move horizontally across the surface, echoing the natural rise and fall of the tide. The horizon line sits calmly in place, offering balance and grounding, while delicate textures suggest the constant, quiet motion beneath stillness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese works are not about dramatic waves or change, but about the softer moments — when the sea feels steady, familiar, and reassuring. They reflect the comfort of repetition, the way nature reminds us that everything moves in its own time, without force or urgency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhispering of the Tides invites the viewer into a space of calm attention — a pause to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with a sense of ease and flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003eThree-piece collection.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium\"\u003eOriginal mixed media on canvas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dimensions\"\u003e26 x 26 cm framed.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Denise Jackson Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56982300295542,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7699\/6726\/files\/WhisperingoftheTide1.webp?v=1767286376"},{"product_id":"windows","title":"COLLECTED  - DOORWAYS III","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCOLLECTED WORK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoorways III\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis painting reflects the quieter side of transition — the moments of pause, reflection, and gathering yourself before stepping forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSofter tones sit alongside warmer reds and oranges, creating a feeling of gentleness held within strength. The layered surfaces and subtle marks suggest lived experience and memory, while the stronger vertical forms hint at movement and direction beginning to take shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike a bold or obvious threshold, this doorway feels internal. It speaks to those times when change happens gradually — when clarity comes not through action, but through sitting with what feels true. The painting holds space for uncertainty, allowing different energies to coexist without urgency or pressure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoorways III is about listening inwardly, trusting your own timing, and recognising that stillness can be just as powerful as forward motion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Denise Jackson Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56982309568886,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7699\/6726\/files\/Windows.webp?v=1768141399"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7699\/6726\/collections\/IMG-0003.heic?v=1780395383","url":"https:\/\/www.denisejacksonstudio.com\/collections\/collected-works.oembed","provider":"Denise Jackson Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}