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Scarlet Elf Cup Wood 2024
by Amanda Horvath BA Hons first class
Acrylic on canvas
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h 76 x w 76 x d 3 cm h 29.9 x w 29.9 x d 1.2 in |
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Description
Scarlet Elf Cup Wood is an original, one-of-a-kind artwork inspired by the vivid memory of discovering the fiery red Scarlet Elf Cup fungus nestled among lush green mosses and fallen branches in the forest. This piece was created to capture the serene, almost mystical atmosphere of that moment — where light glimmers through the trees and nature breathes in stillness.
Through a blend of impressionistic techniques, I aimed to evoke a tranquil, dreamlike forest scene. Rich, layered greens intertwine with striking reds, forming a delicate visual harmony that brings a sense of freshness and calm. The painting invites the viewer into a sylvan world, peaceful, vibrant, and deeply connected to nature.
Painted with high-quality acrylics on deep-edge canvas, the process begins with on-site observation, drawing, note-taking, and photography, which then informs my studio work. I build up the composition using both brushwork and impasto palette knife techniques, layering textures and tones. Inspired by impressionist optical mixing and traditional methods like scumbling and glazing, I work intuitively until the piece reaches its natural completion.
The result is a contemporary painting that lies between abstraction and realism. The image continues around the edges, and the piece is signed on the front. No frame is necessary, it arrives ready to hang and will bring a touch of tranquil forest magic into any space.