Stairs (2026) Original Acrylic Painting by Bogdan Zagan

There’s a beautiful, quiet energy in this piece. "Stairs" is a large 50x100 cm acrylic painting that captures a simple yet powerful moment: a ballerina pausing on a flight of steps, turning back just enough to invite you to follow her.

Even though her face is left open and minimalist, you can instantly feel her gaze. It’s a warm invitation to step into her world—a world where the strength of the concrete-like golden stairs meets the soft grace of ballet. The background has a lovely, raw texture with vertical paint drips in gold, grey, and earthy tones, making it look almost like a weathered urban wall or a dramatic, hidden stage.

The bold black outlines give the painting a modern, graphic feel, while the crisp whites of her tutu bring the whole canvas to life. Because it's a tall, vertical piece, it’s perfect for a hallway, a living room, or any spot in your home where you want to add a sense of movement, mystery, and a daily reminder to keep moving upward.

Materials used:

acrylic paint

Details:

• Acrylic painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 50 x 100 x 4cm (unframed) / 50 x 100cm (actual image size)
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the front
• Style: Expressive and gestural
• Subject: People and portraits