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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a> A Material That Carries History<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nGold has fascinated artists for thousands of years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For centuries it has been used in religious icons, manuscripts and sacred objects to represent light, holiness and the divine. As a Coptic Orthodox Christian<\/strong>, I grew up surrounded by icons covered with gold leaf inside the Coptic Orthodox Church<\/strong>. Long before I understood the techniques behind them, I was captivated by the way they seemed to glow.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThose golden backgrounds did not simply decorate the saints. They created a sense of peace, reverence and timelessness. The gold seemed to radiate light rather than simply reflect it, and that feeling has remained with me ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Those early memories inspired me to learn the art of gilding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Today, I use contemporary gilding techniques and modern adhesives, but every time I apply a sheet of gold leaf, I feel connected to a tradition that has existed for centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> Gold and Egypt<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFor me, gold is also the colour of Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When I think of my homeland, I think of the warm golden light of the desert, the temples illuminated by the sun, the treasures of the pharaohs, the jewellery, the crowns and the rich decorative details that have survived for thousands of years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gold appears throughout ancient Egyptian culture. It can be seen in jewellery, royal crowns, sacred objects and temple decoration. It is associated with the sun, with eternity and with divine beauty. Even the imagery surrounding ancient Egyptian deities carries the presence of gold as a symbol of life, strength and immortality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The ancient Egyptian cat, one of the recurring symbols in my work, also reminds me of this rich visual heritage and of the deep respect that ancient Egyptians had for animals and the natural world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gold is not only part of Egypt’s ancient history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is also woven into everyday Egyptian life. Jewellery has always held a special place in many Egyptian families, especially for women. Gold is treasured not only for its beauty but also as something meaningful that can be passed from one generation to the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Perhaps that is why gold feels so familiar to me. It reminds me of home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> Learning Patience Through Gold<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWorking with gold leaf has also taught me patience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A single sheet of gold leaf is incredibly thin and delicate. Even the smallest movement of air can lift it, fold it or tear it. Applying it requires calm hands, careful preparation and complete concentration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is no rushing the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before the gold is applied, the surface must be carefully prepared. Every step matters, and every layer influences the final result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This slow, thoughtful rhythm has become one of my favourite parts of creating. It reminds me that beautiful things often require time, precision and respect for the materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> Real Gold and Imitation Gold<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIn my work, I use both genuine gold leaf and imitation gold leaf, depending on the needs of each artwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Real gold possesses a unique warmth, permanence and richness that has fascinated artists for centuries. It does not tarnish and carries a remarkable luminosity that changes beautifully with natural light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Imitation gold offers different creative possibilities while maintaining the reflective quality that I love. Each material has its own character, and choosing between them is part of the artistic process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> Gold in My Artistic Practice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nI incorporate gold leaf into both my watercolour paintings<\/strong> and my oil paintings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAlthough the techniques differ depending on the medium, the intention is always the same: to introduce light, depth and symbolism into the artwork. Sometimes the gold becomes a subtle detail; other times it plays a central role in the composition. It creates a dialogue with the paint, allowing the surface to change as the light changes throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For me, gold is never an afterthought. It is part of the concept from the very beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> More Than a Decorative Element<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nMany people think of gold simply as decoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I see it differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gold changes the emotional atmosphere of a painting. It introduces warmth, depth and light. It creates contrast with soft watercolours and rich oil colours alike, adding a dimension that paint alone cannot achieve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most importantly, it carries meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It reminds me of the Coptic Orthodox Church<\/strong>, where I first admired gilded icons. It reminds me of Egypt, its history, its sunlight and its culture. It reminds me that beauty can be both delicate and enduring.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEvery time I place a sheet of gold onto a painting, I feel that I am adding more than a colour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am adding memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am adding history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am adding light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And perhaps that is why gold continues to hold such an important place in my work. It does not simply change the appearance of a painting\u2014it changes the way the painting feels.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
There are materials that simply decorate an artwork, and then there are materials that transform it. For me, gold is one of those transformative materials. Whenever I add gold leaf to a painting, something changes. The artwork begins to interact with light in a completely different way. It no longer remains still. As the viewer […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1417,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[34],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1416","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-blog","entry"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/07\/The-Language-of-Gold-Light-Memory-and-Meaning-in-My-Art-600x400.jpg","featured_image_src_square":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/07\/The-Language-of-Gold-Light-Memory-and-Meaning-in-My-Art-600x600.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"admin","author_link":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/author\/pedr1980\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1416"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1418,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416\/revisions\/1418"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1417"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1416"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1416"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1416"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
Those golden backgrounds did not simply decorate the saints. They created a sense of peace, reverence and timelessness. The gold seemed to radiate light rather than simply reflect it, and that feeling has remained with me ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Those early memories inspired me to learn the art of gilding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Today, I use contemporary gilding techniques and modern adhesives, but every time I apply a sheet of gold leaf, I feel connected to a tradition that has existed for centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> Gold and Egypt<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFor me, gold is also the colour of Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When I think of my homeland, I think of the warm golden light of the desert, the temples illuminated by the sun, the treasures of the pharaohs, the jewellery, the crowns and the rich decorative details that have survived for thousands of years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gold appears throughout ancient Egyptian culture. It can be seen in jewellery, royal crowns, sacred objects and temple decoration. It is associated with the sun, with eternity and with divine beauty. Even the imagery surrounding ancient Egyptian deities carries the presence of gold as a symbol of life, strength and immortality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The ancient Egyptian cat, one of the recurring symbols in my work, also reminds me of this rich visual heritage and of the deep respect that ancient Egyptians had for animals and the natural world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gold is not only part of Egypt’s ancient history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is also woven into everyday Egyptian life. Jewellery has always held a special place in many Egyptian families, especially for women. Gold is treasured not only for its beauty but also as something meaningful that can be passed from one generation to the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Perhaps that is why gold feels so familiar to me. It reminds me of home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> Learning Patience Through Gold<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWorking with gold leaf has also taught me patience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A single sheet of gold leaf is incredibly thin and delicate. Even the smallest movement of air can lift it, fold it or tear it. Applying it requires calm hands, careful preparation and complete concentration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is no rushing the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before the gold is applied, the surface must be carefully prepared. Every step matters, and every layer influences the final result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This slow, thoughtful rhythm has become one of my favourite parts of creating. It reminds me that beautiful things often require time, precision and respect for the materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> Real Gold and Imitation Gold<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIn my work, I use both genuine gold leaf and imitation gold leaf, depending on the needs of each artwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Real gold possesses a unique warmth, permanence and richness that has fascinated artists for centuries. It does not tarnish and carries a remarkable luminosity that changes beautifully with natural light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Imitation gold offers different creative possibilities while maintaining the reflective quality that I love. Each material has its own character, and choosing between them is part of the artistic process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> Gold in My Artistic Practice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nI incorporate gold leaf into both my watercolour paintings<\/strong> and my oil paintings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAlthough the techniques differ depending on the medium, the intention is always the same: to introduce light, depth and symbolism into the artwork. Sometimes the gold becomes a subtle detail; other times it plays a central role in the composition. It creates a dialogue with the paint, allowing the surface to change as the light changes throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For me, gold is never an afterthought. It is part of the concept from the very beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> More Than a Decorative Element<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nMany people think of gold simply as decoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I see it differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gold changes the emotional atmosphere of a painting. It introduces warmth, depth and light. It creates contrast with soft watercolours and rich oil colours alike, adding a dimension that paint alone cannot achieve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most importantly, it carries meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It reminds me of the Coptic Orthodox Church<\/strong>, where I first admired gilded icons. It reminds me of Egypt, its history, its sunlight and its culture. It reminds me that beauty can be both delicate and enduring.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEvery time I place a sheet of gold onto a painting, I feel that I am adding more than a colour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am adding memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am adding history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am adding light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And perhaps that is why gold continues to hold such an important place in my work. It does not simply change the appearance of a painting\u2014it changes the way the painting feels.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
There are materials that simply decorate an artwork, and then there are materials that transform it. For me, gold is one of those transformative materials. Whenever I add gold leaf to a painting, something changes. The artwork begins to interact with light in a completely different way. It no longer remains still. As the viewer […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1417,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[34],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1416","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-blog","entry"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/07\/The-Language-of-Gold-Light-Memory-and-Meaning-in-My-Art-600x400.jpg","featured_image_src_square":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/07\/The-Language-of-Gold-Light-Memory-and-Meaning-in-My-Art-600x600.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"admin","author_link":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/author\/pedr1980\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1416"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1418,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416\/revisions\/1418"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1417"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1416"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1416"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1416"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
Working with gold leaf has also taught me patience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A single sheet of gold leaf is incredibly thin and delicate. Even the smallest movement of air can lift it, fold it or tear it. Applying it requires calm hands, careful preparation and complete concentration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is no rushing the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before the gold is applied, the surface must be carefully prepared. Every step matters, and every layer influences the final result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This slow, thoughtful rhythm has become one of my favourite parts of creating. It reminds me that beautiful things often require time, precision and respect for the materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> Real Gold and Imitation Gold<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIn my work, I use both genuine gold leaf and imitation gold leaf, depending on the needs of each artwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Real gold possesses a unique warmth, permanence and richness that has fascinated artists for centuries. It does not tarnish and carries a remarkable luminosity that changes beautifully with natural light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Imitation gold offers different creative possibilities while maintaining the reflective quality that I love. Each material has its own character, and choosing between them is part of the artistic process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> Gold in My Artistic Practice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nI incorporate gold leaf into both my watercolour paintings<\/strong> and my oil paintings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAlthough the techniques differ depending on the medium, the intention is always the same: to introduce light, depth and symbolism into the artwork. Sometimes the gold becomes a subtle detail; other times it plays a central role in the composition. It creates a dialogue with the paint, allowing the surface to change as the light changes throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For me, gold is never an afterthought. It is part of the concept from the very beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> More Than a Decorative Element<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nMany people think of gold simply as decoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I see it differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gold changes the emotional atmosphere of a painting. It introduces warmth, depth and light. It creates contrast with soft watercolours and rich oil colours alike, adding a dimension that paint alone cannot achieve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most importantly, it carries meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It reminds me of the Coptic Orthodox Church<\/strong>, where I first admired gilded icons. It reminds me of Egypt, its history, its sunlight and its culture. It reminds me that beauty can be both delicate and enduring.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEvery time I place a sheet of gold onto a painting, I feel that I am adding more than a colour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am adding memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am adding history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am adding light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And perhaps that is why gold continues to hold such an important place in my work. It does not simply change the appearance of a painting\u2014it changes the way the painting feels.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
There are materials that simply decorate an artwork, and then there are materials that transform it. For me, gold is one of those transformative materials. Whenever I add gold leaf to a painting, something changes. The artwork begins to interact with light in a completely different way. It no longer remains still. As the viewer […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1417,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[34],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1416","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-blog","entry"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/07\/The-Language-of-Gold-Light-Memory-and-Meaning-in-My-Art-600x400.jpg","featured_image_src_square":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/07\/The-Language-of-Gold-Light-Memory-and-Meaning-in-My-Art-600x600.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"admin","author_link":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/author\/pedr1980\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1416"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1418,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416\/revisions\/1418"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1417"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1416"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1416"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1416"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
I incorporate gold leaf into both my watercolour paintings<\/strong> and my oil paintings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although the techniques differ depending on the medium, the intention is always the same: to introduce light, depth and symbolism into the artwork. Sometimes the gold becomes a subtle detail; other times it plays a central role in the composition. It creates a dialogue with the paint, allowing the surface to change as the light changes throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For me, gold is never an afterthought. It is part of the concept from the very beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Many people think of gold simply as decoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I see it differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Gold changes the emotional atmosphere of a painting. It introduces warmth, depth and light. It creates contrast with soft watercolours and rich oil colours alike, adding a dimension that paint alone cannot achieve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most importantly, it carries meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It reminds me of the Coptic Orthodox Church<\/strong>, where I first admired gilded icons. It reminds me of Egypt, its history, its sunlight and its culture. It reminds me that beauty can be both delicate and enduring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every time I place a sheet of gold onto a painting, I feel that I am adding more than a colour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I am adding memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I am adding history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I am adding light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And perhaps that is why gold continues to hold such an important place in my work. It does not simply change the appearance of a painting\u2014it changes the way the painting feels.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" There are materials that simply decorate an artwork, and then there are materials that transform it. For me, gold is one of those transformative materials. Whenever I add gold leaf to a painting, something changes. The artwork begins to interact with light in a completely different way. It no longer remains still. As the viewer […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1417,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[34],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1416","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-blog","entry"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/07\/The-Language-of-Gold-Light-Memory-and-Meaning-in-My-Art-600x400.jpg","featured_image_src_square":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/07\/The-Language-of-Gold-Light-Memory-and-Meaning-in-My-Art-600x600.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"admin","author_link":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/author\/pedr1980\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1416"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1418,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1416\/revisions\/1418"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1417"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1416"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1416"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.susanisaac.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1416"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}<\/a> More Than a Decorative Element<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n