This painting came about while I was quietly thinking under a starry sky. It shows a young girl, in nightwear, standing somewhere between dream and reality. Her tiny hands reach up a branch and arrange the stars in a perfect row among the soft clouds above a dark forest. She is like the master of the night sky, creating harmony in the sky.
I have tried to blend the emotional side of childlike innocence with the power of imagination in this work. The girl's action is both tender and monumental, creating a sense of reverence and wonder. It is as if we can shape the cosmos, even in our smallest actions. The forest below forms an earthy contrast to the celestial and the silhouette enhances the dreamy quality of her role.
The painting aims to evoke nostalgia and remind us of a time when we thought the impossible was possible, when our dreams were heavy enough to make stars move.
Jan Keteleer, known in the art world as JanKé, is a Belgian artist whose work flows seamlessly between the realms of classical and contemporary art. With an eye for both tradition and innovation, his creations transcend time, encompassing styles as varied as pop art, impressionism,.. Read more…