This painting draws from ancient mosaic panels and floral reliefs, with clustered blossoms and winding stems set against a dense red ground. The composition feels both decorative and aged, framed by a structured border while the interior begins to break down. The flowers appear as if they’ve persisted through time—faded, layered, and partially lost within the surrounding mosaic, yet still holding their form.
Built with acrylic, stucco, and charcoal, the surface is worked, eroded, and sanded back to create a patinated, fresco-like texture. Areas of wear interrupt the pattern, giving the piece the feeling of a recovered fragment rather than a finished image. The contrast between the rich red field and the softened floral forms reflects an interest in endurance—how something delicate can remain, even as the structure around it fades.
Details:
• Acrylic, stucco, and charcoal on canvas
• 48 × 24 × 1.5 inches
• Created in California, USA, 2025
Note: Surface texture and finish may appear differently depending on lighting conditions. Subtle variations are part of the work’s character.
This painting draws from ancient mosaic panels and floral reliefs, with clustered blossoms and winding stems set against a dense red ground. The composition feels both decorative and aged, framed by a structured border while the interior begins to break down. The flowers appear as if they’ve persisted through time—faded, layered, and partially lost within the surrounding mosaic, yet still holding their form.
Built with acrylic, stucco, and charcoal, the surface is worked, eroded, and sanded back to create a patinated, fresco-like texture. Areas of wear interrupt the pattern, giving the piece the feeling of a recovered fragment rather than a finished image. The contrast between the rich red field and the softened floral forms reflects an interest in endurance—how something delicate can remain, even as the structure around it fades.
Details:
• Acrylic, stucco, and charcoal on canvas
• 48 × 24 × 1.5 inches
• Created in California, USA, 2025
Note: Surface texture and finish may appear differently depending on lighting conditions. Subtle variations are part of the work’s character.
