Sunny Terrace

100(W) x 70 (H) cm
Acrylic & Oil Sticks on Canvas

 
This piece of hand-painted contemporary art features a striking composition of a vase filled with vibrant, abstract flowers. The arrangement of the flowers, though unmistakably organic, is rendered in a highly stylized manner—bold, geometric shapes and swirling lines dominate the canvas. The flowers themselves are brought to life with vivid colors, with soft hues blending into brighter pops of reds and pink, creating a dynamic contrast.The vase, though present, takes a backseat to the florals, painted with a simplicity that allows the viewer to focus on the explosive nature of the blooms. It’s placed centrally within the composition, with soft shadows giving it an almost sculptural presence.
 
In the background, a lush green tone—suggestive of both natural depth and surreal abstraction—enhances the central theme, drawing the eye into the canvas. The painter’s handling of the green gradient creates a sense of movement, much like how Picasso might blend background and figure into a single undulating space, where form and color fuse.
 
A touch of Van Gogh's energy might be seen in the thick, expressive brushstrokes that give the flowers texture and life, swirling around like in "Starry Night," but with more direct, fluid lines. The intensity and emotion are palpable, as though each brushstroke is imbued with purpose. Meanwhile, the abstracted nature of the work, combined with the flattening of space, echoes Matisse’s love for vibrant color and his sense of joyful simplicity.
 
Bring a touch of the Italian Riviera to your home with Sunny Terraces!