Beyond the Shimmering Forest 2026
by Amanda Horvath BA Hons first class
Acrylic on canvas
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h 80 x w 80 x d 3 cm h 31.5 x w 31.5 x d 1.2 in |
£1250.00
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Description
This serene piece is a lyrical interpretation of a forest, inspired by the gentle rhythms of nature. Expressive brushstrokes capture the dance of sunlight filtering through a leafy canopy, casting a warm, golden glow onto a mosaic-like forest floor of turquoise, copper, and gold. Infused with a touch of fantasy and quiet nostalgia, the painting evokes a dreamlike tranquillity.
An original Artwork, one of a Kind, this unique painting has been created using high-quality acrylic paints on a deep-edged canvas.
My creative process begins with direct observation of the location, where I make sketches, notes, and take photographs. Back in the studio, I work intuitively, first building up base layers with a brush before applying successive layers of impasto using a palette knife.
I draw inspiration from both Impressionist optical mixing techniques and traditional methods used by the old masters, such as scumbling and glazing. These layered approaches allow the work to evolve organically until it reaches a natural and resolved conclusion.
The final piece is a contemporary painting that balances abstraction with realism. The carefully applied palette knife strokes create a texture and luminosity that have been likened to stained glass or mosaic.
For shipping the painting will be packaged flat in a reinforced cardboard box and will arrive ready to hang with a certificate of authenticity.