Never Give Up – Original Oil Painting

Description

Never Give Up – Original Oil Painting

About the painting

Never Give Up – Original oil painting by Nam Hoang,  is a one-of-a-kind hand-painted artwork created on canvas and exists as a single, unique original. The artwork shown on this page is the exact piece that will be shipped to the buyer.

Original Artwork Information

This listing is for the original oil painting only.
Fine art prints, reproductions, or digital copies are not included unless explicitly stated on a separate product page.

There are times in life when the obstacle in front of us feels far too big – but we move forward anyway.

Never Give Up captures that exact moment. A massive wave rises like a liquid wall, curling over with explosive energy, while a single surfer leans into it, low and focused, riding straight toward the heart of the storm. Above, the sky burns with sunset colours – oranges, pinks and violets – turning the ocean into a stage where fear and courage collide.

This painting is not about an easy, calm sea. It is about the instant when everything could go wrong, and yet we choose not to surrender. This Never Give Up – Original Oil Painting reflects resilience, movement, and emotional strength expressed through dynamic brushwork.

Learn more about oil painting techniques on the official resource by the National Gallery of Art.

Never Give Up – Original Oil Painting – Artwork Details

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Story & emotion

In this scene, the ocean is both opponent and teacher.

• The giant wave dominates the left side of the composition – heavy, powerful and full of motion. It represents all the challenges that feel “too big”: illness, loss, failure, financial pressure, or simply the weight of life.

• The small surfer on the red board is the human spirit. Seen from a distance, he looks fragile, yet his posture is full of strength. His body is low, muscles tense, every line saying the same thing: “I will not give up.”

• The spray and foam around the board show the violence of the water, but also the excitement and energy of facing something difficult.

• The fiery sky casts warm reflections on the wave, suggesting hope, passion and an inner fire that refuses to go out.

Emotionally, this artwork Never Give Up – Original Oil Painting sits between danger and inspiration.
It is ideal for people who connect with themes of perseverance, personal growth, sport, entrepreneurship, or any life journey that requires getting back up many times.

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Symbolism

Each element carries a deeper meaning:

• Huge wave – life’s overwhelming problems, external forces we cannot control.

• Tiny surfer – the inner voice that says “try one more time,” no matter how small we feel.

• Diagonal movement – the decision to lean into the challenge instead of turning away.

• Sunset light – the idea that even in hard moments there is still beauty, colour and hope.

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Artwork details

• Title: Never Give Up

• Artist: Nam Hoang

• Medium: Oil on canvas

• Original: One-of-a-kind, hand-painted artwork (no duplicates)

• Size: 100 × 80 cm (approx. 39 × 31.5 in)

• Orientation: Landscape

• Year of creation: 2018

• Signature: Signed by the artist on the front

• Style: Dramatic seascape, expressive realism

• Theme: Resilience, courage, motivation, ocean and surf

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Price & availability

• Price for the original painting: 820 USD (unframed)

• This is a unique original. Once sold, it will not be recreated as another original artwork.

• A Certificate of Authenticity can be provided upon request.

• Pricing reflects the uniqueness of an original, hand-painted oil artwork. As a one-of-a-kind piece, no identical copies exist.

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Shipping & packaging

• Ships worldwide from Vietnam.

• The painting will be carefully packed using professional protective materials suitable for fine art (bubble wrap, corner protectors, strong outer box).

• Depending on your preference and destination, shipping options include:

  • Rolled in a tube – canvas removed from stretcher, ready to be re-stretched by your framer.

  • Stretched/flat – shipped as-is on stretcher bars (shipping cost may be higher).

Estimated timing:

• Packing & handling: 3–5 business days

• Delivery to USA / Europe: usually 10–21 business days, depending on courier and customs.

• Return conditions are clearly outlined on our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds pages.

Customs & taxes:
Any import duties, VAT or local taxes charged by the destination country are not included in the artwork price or shipping cost. These are the responsibility of the buyer.

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Suggested placement

Never Give Up is a statement piece that brings energy, movement and determination into a room. It works especially well in:

• Home offices, studios and workspaces – as a daily reminder to keep going.

• Living rooms – above a sofa or sideboard, as a strong conversation piece.

• Creative agencies, startups or corporate offices – symbolising risk, courage and pushing beyond limits.

• Gyms, training spaces or coaching rooms – to visually express resilience and inner strength.

This is the kind of painting that people look at when they need to remember why they started and why they should keep going.

This never give up- original oil painting by Nam Hoang reflects strength, resilience, and the quiet power of perseverance.

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