River pebbles (2026) Original Oil Painting by Sumit Mehndiratta

A triptych with three organic forms float in a vertical or horizontal sequence. Each shape evokes the smooth silhouette of a weathered stone. The composition relies on a powerful contrast between saturated edges and luminous centers. Deep blue, charcoal black, and forest green bleed inward toward a bright white core.
This tension creates a sense of inner radiance. The application of oil on paper suggests a fluid, atmospheric quality. Soft gradients merge into sharp, rhythmic streaks. These vertical lines mirror the natural erosion found in riverbeds.
The artist utilizes impulsive movements to achieve these surprising textures. Each artwork avoids rigid geometry in favor of instinctive flow. The result is a meditative study of color and light. The silhouettes remain soft and rounded. The precision of the oil medium allows for profound depth within a simplistic abstract framework. The gaze is drawn to the vibrant intersection of pigment and negative space. This balance highlights the raw beauty of natural elements through a modern lens.

Materials used:

Oil paint

Details:

• Oil painting on Paper
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 42.16 x 87.63 x 0.25cm (unframed)
• Signed on the back
• Style: Organic
• Subject: Abstract and non-figurative