A powerful multi-panel abstract masterwork capturing the raw, electric energy of a rare atmospheric phenomenon. Inspired by the vivid memory of a striking luminous event on August 19, 1964, this three-panel series serves as a deep exploration of light, space, and the fracturing of cosmic energy.
Utilizing a highly textured, urgent palette of deep earth tones and industrial, smoky greys, the composition is dramatically punctuated by sudden, vibrant bursts of glowing gold, amber, and radiant white. The paint marks slash and arc across the panels, mimicking the volatile, unpredictable movement of lightning grounding itself in the landscape.
The three panels function as a unified chronological sequence:
Panel I: The Mystery (Burch Mountain) establishes the tense, atmospheric approach.
Panel II: The Messenger (The Forest Dream) anchors the brilliant, central flash of energy.
Panel III: The Moon (The Backyard) captures the heavy, luminous aftermath mirroring the night sky.
Designed for high-impact presentation, the series can be hung as a continuous horizontal line to emphasize a sweeping, electric horizon, or stacked as a tight vertical column to evoke a crushing, descending cosmic charge. This triptych stands as a milestone project, beautifully bridging the boundary between physical terrain and subconscious memory.
