Sunset mountains (2024) Original Oil Painting by Mara Wanda

A symphony of sunset: an expressive oil and oil stick landscape.
This captivating painting invites the viewer into a world of vibrant hues and expressive gestures. A breathtaking landscape unfolds, dominated by a dramatic sunset that casts its fiery glow across the mountains while a still sea stands underneath. The artist's masterful use of colour creates a visual symphony, with warm oranges, deep reds, and cool blues and greens intertwining to form a harmonious composition.

The gestural style employed in this piece adds a sense of energy and vitality to the scene. The use of oil sticks further enhances the textural quality of the painting, creating a palpable sense of depth and dimension.

The mountains themselves are rendered with a sense of expressionistic vibrancy and majesty. The sky is a canvas of fiery and muted hues, with streaks of pink, orange, and red blending seamlessly into a rich, velvety pale blue. The clouds, rendered in expressive strokes, add a sense of movement and dynamism to the scene. The overall effect is one of awe and wonder, as the viewer is transported to a world of breathtaking beauty.

This painting is more than just a depiction of a landscape; it is an emotional experience. The vibrant colours and expressive gestures evoke a sense of awe and wonder, inviting the viewer to connect with the power and beauty of nature. The painting is a testament to the artist's skill and passion for nature, and it is sure to be a treasured addition to any art collection.

Materials used:

oil paint, oil sticks

Details:

• Oil painting on Paper
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 40.64 x 30.48 x 0.03cm (unframed) / 40.64 x 30.48cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the front
• Style: Expressive and gestural
• Subject: Landscapes, sea and sky