Into the Rafters (2026) Original Acrylic Painting by Julia Kerrison

A captivating, dreamlike perspective looking high up into the vaulted canopy of a circus tent, capturing aerialists and performers mid-flight. Richly layered with exquisite crackle textures and bathed in soft spotlight hues, this original painting perfectly captures the breathtaking anticipation and movement of big top acrobatics. This and the other paintings in my circus collection are inspired by my time working for a circus theatre company, which was absolutely magical.

Key Features & Artistic Details:
Dynamic Composition: Features airborne performers suspended in motion, drawing the viewer's eye upwards through a dizzying, atmospheric vantage point.

Intricate Surface Crackle: Heavily textured with a fine crackle finish, giving the piece a vintage, weathered feel reminiscent of aged canvas and swirling arena dust.

Luminous Color Palette: Blends warm crimson reds, soft dusty pinks, creamy alabaster whites, and deep charcoal shadows under glowing spotlights.

Expressive Silhouette Work: Expressive, gestural figures bring energy, drama, and narrative depth to the scene.

Product Specifications
• Medium: Acrylic and Mixed Media on stretched canvas
• Dimensions: 30 x 81 cm
• Style: Impressionistic / Expressive Figurative
• Framing: Ready to hang with finished edges; unframed
• Authenticity: Signed by the artist on the back; includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity.

Style & Placement Notes
With its striking horizontal panoramic format, Into the Rafters brings energy and theatrical charm to living rooms, dining spaces, or gallery walls. Its delicate mix of warm tones and textured depth makes it a standout centerpiece for modern, eclectic, or traditional interiors.

I handle and package all my artwork with the utmost care. Your painting will be carefully wrapped in protective materials and fully tracked and insured to ensure safe arrival. (If you have any questions about framing, hanging, or international shipping, please feel free to send me a message!)

This is a one-of-a-kind artwork, created and painted by me. I always sign my work on the back of the painting and initial on the front. You will also receive a certificate of authenticity on the back of your painting.

Worldwide shipping takes around 3 days to arrive, depending on its destination. Please allow up to 5 business days to prepare for shipment.

All rights reserved, Julia Kerrison. This is an original work of art created by the artist herself and may not be reproduced without written consent of the artist. The artist retains copyright.

Materials used:

Acrylic paint, texture media, coloured pencils, pastels

Details:

• Acrylic painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 81 x 30 x 2cm (unframed) / 81 x 30cm (actual image size)
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the back
• Style: Impressionistic
• Subject: People and portraits