beneath the surface

This evocative oil painting on canvas explores themes of isolation, reflection, and immersion. The composition features a figure submerged in water, surrounded by ethereal fish that seem to float weightlessly. Their ghostly white forms contrast sharply with the deep blues and greens of the water, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. The figure’s striking red hair flows dramatically, merging with the current, symbolizing both entrapment and release.
The artist’s masterful use of brushstrokes and blending techniques adds depth to the water, while the subtle layers of light and shadow enhance the sense of movement. The figure's facial expression, marked by exhaustion or contemplation, invites viewers to connect emotionally, evoking feelings of introspection and serenity amid chaos.
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Style: Surrealism / Expressionism
Theme: Isolation, Dreamlike Immersion, Reflection