Surprise (2026) Original Oil Painting by Catalina Novac

This painting is an invitation—an open door to a moment of wonder waiting to unfold. Through soft, radiant pastel colors, it draws the viewer into a space where the unexpected feels joyful, gentle, and full of possibility. The surprise is not defined; instead, it lives in your imagination, shaped by your own sense of curiosity and delight.

Rooted in Self-Determination Theory, the work reflects autonomy in the freedom to interpret, competence in the confidence to explore the unknown, and relatedness in the shared human experience of discovery. It celebrates well-being as a dynamic, creative process—where happiness emerges not from certainty, but from our willingness to embrace the beautiful surprise of what might be.

Materials used:

oil painting

Details:

• Oil painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 50.8 x 60.96 x 3.81cm
• Ready to hang
• Signed certificate of authenticity
• Style: Abstract
• Subject: Abstract and non-figurative