Grey Abstract Painting: A Golden Thread Through the Silence by Surreal Media

To me, this work feels like the morning after a storm. At the top, a soft, cloudy sky hangs in shades of grey, cream and a hint of peach. On the horizon, a streak of golden light breaks through, low and broad, as if the sun were just rising above the water. Below that, the landscape becomes abstract: broad, flat swathes of slate grey, anthracite and white, as if layers of ice or rock were sliding over one another.

Running right through the centre is a band of deep dark red, interrupted by patches of sand-colour and pale gold. The most beautiful detail lies in the movement: a thin thread of pale gold winds its way from that red band to the right, downwards, like a path or a river seeking its own course. It is only at second glance that you see how it connects the layers. It arose from the sensation of shifting ground: things are shifting, but a line remains that provides a point of reference. The atmosphere is cool and calm, with a warm core of red and gold that allows the whole piece to breathe.

It is a digital artwork with the appearance of thick paint applied with a palette knife. Each stroke has a sharp edge and a slight ridge, allowing the light to glide across the surface, as it were.

It looks stunning in an interior featuring natural tones, concrete, linen or dark wood. It appeals to people who love coastal landscapes in winter, walking in the mist, or finding tranquillity amidst a busy life. Or take a look at: "Marineblauw Abstract Schilderij: Stroom van Licht over het Water", for even more light on the horizon.