Serenity

"Serenity" is a very particular kind of painting. Though its title might suggest peace and calm, its apparent simplicity and straight-forwardness are unsettling and thought-provoking.
The artist's aim was to produce a work that questions the essence of what a cactus plant might be - as a representation / object. Within the scope of this endeavor, "Serenity" is sort of a distilled middle ground, a generic cactus where shapes sort of exist. Its intentionally plain surface is meant to intrigue and give rise to doubt about its actual origin.

Painted on a white background, the brilliance of the cactus' colors is preserved and a beautiful gradient from yellow to orange to pink and purple emerges. The surrounding blue background was painted with acrylic spray paints using a blending technique that ensures an almost seamless blending together of the colors.

Certainly a conversation starter in any contemporary home, this almost abstract work will baffle the viewer with its vibrant colors.