Original artwork description:

In a quiet forest lake, an elegant swan floats quietly on the surface of the water, bringing a serene and peaceful beauty. The lake water is like a mirror, reflecting the dense forests and the pure white figures of swan in it, like a serene painting.
Tranquil and peaceful: The entire scene is filled with a peaceful atmosphere, with only swans leisurely sliding on the lake, and only occasional sounds of water and wind blowing on the leaves can be heard around.


• Size of a painting: 36"x59"
• Size of canvas with borders: 42"x65"

The painting has additional 3" borders around the art for convenient stretching.
Additional borders of the canvas are painted so after stretching it can be hung with or without a frame as preferred.

Not stretched. You'll receive it rolled in a tube. Ready for stretching. but if you(living in USA) want it with wood stretched please contact me.

⭐ SHIPPED ROLLED IN THE TUBE for safety and avoid higher shipping cost reasons and you can stretch it at any local framer or art shop at a reasonable price.

# Buyer can receive one free gift of any of my 12x16", or 12x9" artwork.

1. Color and Contrast

The painting is dominated by shades of blue, representing the fluidity and depth of water, while the red, yellow, and orange fish create a striking contrast. This combination of cool and warm tones makes the painting both vibrant and visually captivating. The addition of black and white ripples further enhances the dynamic feel of the water.

2. Motion and Composition

The fish in the painting appear to be swimming in a particular direction, creating a sense of movement. The lines in the painting are not static but instead flow with the water’s ripples and distortions, making the viewer feel the movement of the water and the play of light. This composition technique fills the scene with energy while guiding the viewer’s eye through the painting.

3. Light and Reflection

The artist skillfully uses light refraction and reflection to give the water a sense of transparency and depth. Notably, the bright white area in the upper right corner, possibly representing the sky or a water reflection, interacts with the fish beneath, enhancing the three-dimensional effect. This treatment of light and shadow makes the work more spatially engaging rather than simply a flat representation.

4. Texture and Technique

The brushstrokes in the painting are highly expressive, particularly in the rendering of the water’s ripples and the fish scales, which appear to be achieved through thick impasto or pointillist techniques. The tiny white specks scattered throughout the background may represent splashing water or airborne particles, adding a dreamlike quality to the piece. This stylistic choice brings an abstract expressionist element to the work.

5. Symbolism and Meaning

This painting is more than just a depiction of an underwater world—it carries symbolic meaning. The movement of the fish may represent the cycle of life, freedom, harmony, or transformation. The distorted reflections on the water’s surface could also suggest the intersection of reality and illusion, inviting deeper interpretation.

Conclusion

This is a painting full of vitality and motion, with vivid colors and layered depth. The fluid composition, along with the play of light and contrast, beautifully captures the harmony between water and life. Through its use of dynamic movement, vibrant hues, and abstract elements, the painting not only portrays an aquatic scene but also conveys a poetic and imaginative vision, leaving the viewer with a sense of wonder.

Materials used:

Acrylic

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#water #lake #forest abstract #swan painting #blue lake #green lake #morning lake #green - 

Emerald Reflection (2024) Acrylic painting
by Paul Cheng

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In a quiet forest lake, an elegant swan floats quietly on the surface of the water, bringing a serene and peaceful beauty. The lake water is like a mirror, reflecting the dense forests and the pure white figures of swan in it, like a serene painting.
Tranquil and peaceful: The entire scene is filled with a peaceful atmosphere, with only swans leisurely sliding on the lake, and only occasional sounds of water and wind blowing on the leaves can be heard around.


• Size of a painting: 36"x59"
• Size of canvas with borders: 42"x65"

The painting has additional 3" borders around the art for convenient stretching.
Additional borders of the canvas are painted so after stretching it can be hung with or without a frame as preferred.

Not stretched. You'll receive it rolled in a tube. Ready for stretching. but if you(living in USA) want it with wood stretched please contact me.

⭐ SHIPPED ROLLED IN THE TUBE for safety and avoid higher shipping cost reasons and you can stretch it at any local framer or art shop at a reasonable price.

# Buyer can receive one free gift of any of my 12x16", or 12x9" artwork.

1. Color and Contrast

The painting is dominated by shades of blue, representing the fluidity and depth of water, while the red, yellow, and orange fish create a striking contrast. This combination of cool and warm tones makes the painting both vibrant and visually captivating. The addition of black and white ripples further enhances the dynamic feel of the water.

2. Motion and Composition

The fish in the painting appear to be swimming in a particular direction, creating a sense of movement. The lines in the painting are not static but instead flow with the water’s ripples and distortions, making the viewer feel the movement of the water and the play of light. This composition technique fills the scene with energy while guiding the viewer’s eye through the painting.

3. Light and Reflection

The artist skillfully uses light refraction and reflection to give the water a sense of transparency and depth. Notably, the bright white area in the upper right corner, possibly representing the sky or a water reflection, interacts with the fish beneath, enhancing the three-dimensional effect. This treatment of light and shadow makes the work more spatially engaging rather than simply a flat representation.

4. Texture and Technique

The brushstrokes in the painting are highly expressive, particularly in the rendering of the water’s ripples and the fish scales, which appear to be achieved through thick impasto or pointillist techniques. The tiny white specks scattered throughout the background may represent splashing water or airborne particles, adding a dreamlike quality to the piece. This stylistic choice brings an abstract expressionist element to the work.

5. Symbolism and Meaning

This painting is more than just a depiction of an underwater world—it carries symbolic meaning. The movement of the fish may represent the cycle of life, freedom, harmony, or transformation. The distorted reflections on the water’s surface could also suggest the intersection of reality and illusion, inviting deeper interpretation.

Conclusion

This is a painting full of vitality and motion, with vivid colors and layered depth. The fluid composition, along with the play of light and contrast, beautifully captures the harmony between water and life. Through its use of dynamic movement, vibrant hues, and abstract elements, the painting not only portrays an aquatic scene but also conveys a poetic and imaginative vision, leaving the viewer with a sense of wonder.

Materials used:

Acrylic

Tags:
#water #lake #forest abstract #swan painting #blue lake #green lake #morning lake #green - 
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Paul ChengOil Painters of America (OPA) Signature Member Paul Cheng was born and grew up in Guangzhou China and studied at Guangzhou Fine Art College China, one of the most... Read more

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