This artwork was inspired by “The traitors”. Yes, that’s right. I don’t spend much time watching TV and there are few programmes that captivate me – this is one of them. Each life story slowly unravels as people are pushed beyond their comfort zone and squirmingly adapt to the challenge in front. Human phychology – isn’t it fascinating?
A stunning depiction of a magnolia branch with blooming flowers, and buds waiting to wake up. Textured elements suggest depth but the vibrant bloom draws the eye to the surface and keeps it gliding.
I have many “favourite” colour combinations, “blue and orange” is one of the most striking. Here I used a new metallic turquoise as well, and oh how I love it. It is eye catching from every angle.
Such a good feeling coming form this painting. It’s free flowing not only because of the scene of flourishing flowers, but the swipe marks in the paint, the drips, the orange “bubbles”.
As I made the up-down marks with the brush, I wondered “What is life, if not a series of ups and downs. No matter who we are, one way or another, life will teach us to prepare for the downs and enjoy the ups. Whether we learn, and how long it takes us to learn, is up to us and…
