Description

The Only Way Is Up is an original oil painting crafted with high-quality pigments on canvas. Its composition expresses dynamic, abstract upward movement – a symbol of hope, progress, and the quiet strength it takes to overcome obstacles. Through bold colors and layered textures, the painting conveys a sense of optimism and the pursuit of clarity and light.

Completed in 2018, during a key phase in the artist’s technical development, this work reflects both precision and emotional depth. It captures a calm yet powerful moment on a journey of inner ascent. At its core lies the complexity of the underwater world – shifting light, shadow play, and the illusion of depth in constant motion.

The Only Way Is Up offers a strong visual and emotional metaphor: no matter how deep one may feel, there is always a path toward light, breath, and renewal.

Oil on canvas, 60 x 100 cm

Created in 2018

Artwork is part of the ENTRE MUNDOS 2025 art exhibition at Toro Wine Bar in Tallinn.

– About the artist –

Isabel Silla (also known as IsabellaDelSol) is a contemporary abstract artist. Her work blends deep emotion, natural textures, and the warmth of sun-kissed tones. Her artistic journey began at a young age when an intuitive connection to colors and shapes first emerged. This passion has since evolved into a lifelong creative calling. Though she hasn’t pursued a formal academic path in art, Isabel developed her skills through years of dedicated experimentation. Her academic background lies in business finance, with a bachelor’s degree complementing her artistic career by giving her a strategic foundation for building a sustainable art practice.