Acrylic bear

This acrylic painting radiates a wild and free energy. It is enhanced by the expressive brushwork and the lively application of colour.

A bear is the focal point of this dynamic and colourful composition. It is depicted in an abstract, expressive form, with white, black and bluish accents. Its shape is hinted at but not fully defined. Its fur is brought to life by bold and impulsive brushstrokes, giving the animal a powerful appearance. The colourful surroundings reinforce the impression of a wild, untamed world. The bold reds and magenta tones provide an exciting contrast to the cool, calm colours of the bear and create a vibrant, energetic atmosphere. The textures are rough, giving the picture a tangible, tactile quality.

Although the bear appears partially dissolved, its attentive posture and gaze convey a presence and alertness. This reinforces the impression of an animal asserting its place in a wild and volatile world. The visual tension between the clearly recognisable motif of the bear and the abstract, almost surreal depiction of the background invites us to reflect on the interplay between nature and world events.