Originals

Description

Title: Tropical Solitude
Medium: Original acrylic and mixed media on canvas board
Dimensions: 50 x 40 cm (unframed)
Frame: Comes with a grey wood-effect box frame

In this vibrant original painting, I capture the serene beauty of a scarlet macaw perched gracefully in a lush jungle setting. The bird’s feathers burst with saturated reds, blues, and yellows, which I contrast strikingly against the cool, teal-dominated background. Surrounding the macaw, I paint large tropical leaves and vividly coloured flowers in pink, red, and purple hues to evoke a sense of rich biodiversity.

I use soft purples and blues in the sky to suggest either dawn or dusk, adding a dreamy, almost ethereal mood to the scene. A distant flock of birds evokes feelings of freedom and movement, while the lone macaw remains still, as if deep in thought. My brushstrokes are expressive and textured, especially in the background, to give the piece depth and atmosphere.

Through this artwork, I aim to blend realism with stylised colour and composition, conveying both the vivid life of the rain forest and a quiet moment of solitude.

The painting is signed by me and ready to display.