About At Our Service
The painting is dominated by a vast sky filled with luminous clouds. These clouds appear voluminous and bright, creating a sense of depth and tranquility across the canvas.
From one side of the painting, a branch extends into the scene, adding an organic element that contrasts with the ethereal sky. This branch serves as a focal point and grounds the composition, connecting the celestial expanse to the terrestrial world.
Around the branch, various insects are depicted in flight. The insects add movement and life to the painting, creating a sense of activity and purpose as they buzz around the branch. Their presence suggests the interconnectedness of nature and the vital role these small creatures play in our ecosystem.
The title At Our Service implies that the painting is a tribute to the often-overlooked contributions of insects to our world. It highlights the essential services these tiny beings provide, such as pollination and maintaining ecological balance.
The overall composition creates a harmonious blend of the grand (the expansive sky) and the minute (the insects), emphasizing the beauty and importance of both. The soft, bright colors of the clouds likely contrast with the more defined, darker tones of the branch and insects, further accentuating the interplay between these elements.
107 cm x 107 cm
Created 2020.
Acrylic on canvas.