"Horizon" by Steven McHugh

"Horizon" is an original mixed media abstract oil painting by Stevenjohn McHugh that is sure to capture your attention. Measuring 46" x 36" and unframed, this stunning piece features a unique blend of oil stick, marker, oil, graphite, charcoal, and cold wax on a wood panel canvas. Signed on the back, "Horizon" is inspired by natural processes such as weather, time, cause and effect, and celebrates the beauty of a well-worn surface. With its bold colors and striking composition, this painting is a must-have for any collector or lover of abstract art.

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Steven McHugh

"Horizon"

Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panel

46 x 36 x 2.5 in

Signature: Front on the lower right and on back.

The artwork is a vertical wood panel that features an abstract expressionist style. The top third of the painting is dominated by a pale background with hints of pastel orange and small flecks of a darker hue, perhaps suggesting a sky at sunrise or sunset. Below this band of lighter colors, there is a prominent horizontal line demarcating the change to a more densely packed composition.

This is a vertically oriented abstract painting. The upper third of the canvas is dominated by a soft background with a pastel peach to pale pink color, interspersed with scattered, delicate flecks of orange. It creates a tranquil, ethereal atmosphere. A horizontal demarcation line separates the upper section from the contrasting lower two-thirds of the canvas which is filled with a dense, textured thicket of brushstrokes. This cacophony of colors mainly consists of varied shades of vibrant yellow, green, and touches of blue, suggesting a natural, possibly floral or vegetal complexity. Amidst this dense foliage-like pattern are specks of red and white along with occasional traces of blue, adding depth and further detail to the composition. The overall effect is one of a lush, wild garden or meadow, viewed through an abstract, expressionistic lens. The painting evokes an immersive, natural environment with its rich texture and dynamic interplay of colors.

The lower two-thirds of the painting is filled with a rich tapestry of colors, predominantly in darker, earthy tones such as greens and browns, with vibrant touches of yellow, blue, and occasional flecks of red. This section is energetic and intense, characterized by a multitude of brushstrokes that create a sense of depth and movement. The painting conveys an organic, almost naturalistic feel, reminiscent of a densely vegetated landscape seen through the lens of abstraction. The interplay of colors and forms invites viewers to engage their imagination and find their own interpretations within the layers of the painting.

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