A Moment of Courage Original Artwork by Sandra Gale

A Moment of Courage is about brave moments that don’t always look dramatic from the outside.

The rich red vase feels strong and full of heart, with three apricot flowers bursting upward from it. There’s a softness in the flowers, but also a real sense of lift, like they’re reaching out past the edges of the moment and choosing to be seen.

For me, the red vase holds a feeling of courage. Not loud, not perfect, not always certain, but there when you need it.

It’s a tiny artwork, but it carries a strong little reminder: you can be true to yourself, even when it takes a breath and a tiny bit of bravery first.

Story & inspiration

This one started as a colour palette experiment, but the longer I looked at that round red vase, the more it made me think of a heart.

Not a perfect cartoon love heart, more like the warm, messy, strong kind of heart that keeps showing up when life asks a bit more of you.

And then the flowers did what my flowers tend to do. They burst out and take up space. Because apparently, even my small pieces are not interested in staying small emotionally.

I called it A Moment of Courage because sometimes courage isn’t a huge life-changing leap. Sometimes it’s saying the thing, making the choice, sending the message, walking into the room, or choosing not to shrink when that would feel easier.

Where it lives best

A Moment of Courage would be lovely on a small wall, bedside table nook, desk corner, shelf, entryway or gallery wall.

It’s also a beautiful gift for a friend who needs a reminder of their own strength, especially if they’re in one of those life chapters where they’re doing brave things and maybe forgetting to give themselves credit.

• Its small size makes it easy to place somewhere personal, like beside your bed, near your desk or in a favourite little corner.

• The red vase and apricot flowers bring a warm burst of courage without overwhelming the room.

• The purple tiled border adds playful structure, so the piece feels sweet, bold and beautifully finished.

• It’s a gentle daily reminder that being brave doesn’t have to mean feeling fearless first.

• It’s a one-of-a-kind original that makes a thoughtful gift for someone learning to trust themselves.

• Title: A Moment of Courage

• Medium: Original mixed media acrylic paint and paper collage on cradled plywood board

• Size: 20.3 × 25.4 × 3.8 cm

• Frame: Unframed | ready to hang | 38 mm board edge is varnished for a clean look

• Orientation: Portrait

• Finish: Signed, professionally finished for longevity, and ready to hang

• One of a kind, original artwork by Australian artist Sandra Gale

Australia
Free shipping from South Australia. Every artwork is carefully packed with protective materials to ensure it arrives in perfect condition, ready to hang. All original art requires a signature on delivery for security.

International
Shipping is calculated at checkout. Most orders arrive within 2–4 weeks of dispatch. Your artwork will be professionally packed to gallery standards. Any taxes, duties, or import fees are the responsibility of the buyer (please check your local rules).

Returns & Damage Policy
I don’t accept returns on original artworks for change of mind, but I’m happy to create a free digital mock-up of how the piece could look in your space before you buy. Just email me a photo of your wall.

If your artwork arrives damaged in transit, please contact me straight away and I’ll make it right. Every artwork is fully insured during shipping so you can purchase with confidence. To process a claim, I’ll need:

• Photos of the damaged packaging before opening

• Photos of the artwork inside the packaging, with the damage visible

This helps me lodge a quick claim with the courier so we can resolve it smoothly.