This is an original Mixed Media artwork created by Marlene Kallstrom-Barritt.
In the center of this painting, there is a horizontal band of various grays, whites, silver, and muted blues that suggests an abstracted cityscape silhouette, with hints of architectural forms such as buildings. The texture comes from the underlying survival blanket and palette knife work which achieves a bold and dynamic effect. The horizontal orientation of the bands and the textural elements give the impression of a reflective body of water below the cityscape, possibly alluding to a serene, coastal scene. The artwork has a calming yet dynamic presence due to the choice of cool colours and abstract representation.
Marlene has a small story to go with this piece:
"This painting appeals to my interest in science fiction movies. When I scraped back the paint, I unlocked a civilization. The bustling city that emerged appears as a hopeful refuge to those who have to battle the barren landscape in their search of a safe community."
This picture is on stretched canvas.
Marlene created this artwork in 2024.
This artwork is 18" x 24" and is unframed.