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Oil and cold wax on gallery wrapped canvas.
20" x 20" x 1.5"
Signed, titled an dated on the back. Painting wraps around sides. Comes varnished, wired and ready to hang.
Celestial Vortex is a dynamic oil and cold wax painting that draws the viewer into a swirling, cosmic scene of vibrant colors and bold textures. At the center of the composition is a circular area of light blue, surrounded by layers of intense reds, purples, and hints of yellow and orange. The colors are applied in sweeping, textured strokes, creating the illusion of rotation and movement, as if capturing the energy of a swirling nebula or a whirling storm.
The brushwork is expressive, with visible marks and scratches that add depth and complexity to the swirling forms. In some areas, streaks of yellow and red seem to radiate outward, enhancing the sense of centrifugal force. The rough, layered textures give the impression of depth, drawing the viewer’s eye toward the center and creating a feeling of being pulled into an otherworldly vortex. The contrast between the cool central blue and the surrounding warm colors adds intensity and drama, as if portraying the turbulent beauty of a cosmic event.
Celestial Vortex invites viewers to interpret the painting as a representation of cosmic energy, creation, or transformation. The swirling forms and bold colors evoke the forces of nature, such as hurricanes, galaxies, or even the primal forces of fire and water. This piece may symbolize the cycles of chaos and calm, destruction and creation, found in the universe. The central blue area could represent a moment of calm or focus amid the surrounding chaos, suggesting a place of tranquility within a powerful, uncontrollable force.
The work encourages reflection on themes of movement, change, and the beauty within tumultuous processes. Celestial Vortex captures the viewer’s imagination, inviting them to journey into its swirling depths and experience the awe-inspiring energy of a universe in motion. This piece celebrates the mystery and majesty of the cosmos, offering a visual meditation on the unseen forces that shape our world.