"North," by Mar de Armstrong, is a beautiful tribute to her Canadian citizenship. While her earlier work, "Agua de Mar," bursts with the vibrant energy of her Colombian heritage, this piece captures the serene and ethereal beauty of a Canadian natural wonder.
The painting's composition is a vertical flow of rich, cool colors—primarily deep turquoise, emerald green, and various shades of blue. The streaks of color, created by the application of oil paint, emulate the shimmering curtains of the aurora borealis as they dance across the night sky. The lines are not perfectly uniform, which gives the piece a sense of organic movement and life. A darker, jagged line near the top left creates a subtle contrast, suggesting a mountain range or a distant horizon against which the lights are cast.
This work is a departure in palette and mood from "Agua de Mar," yet it shares the same fluid and expressive technique. 
It's a testament to the artist's ability to express powerful emotions and personal identity through abstract art. "North" serves as a visual celebration of her connection to Canada, using a universally recognized Canadian symbol to convey a deep sense of belonging and reverence for her new home.