About The Rest of the Lambs

The painting titled The Rest of the Lambs, depicts a haunting and ethereal landscape. A grey, misty or smoky atmosphere envelops the scene, creating a sense of mystery and otherworldliness.

Scattered throughout the landscape are peculiar towers, constructed haphazardly from wooden sticks. These structures rise from the misty ground, in their irregular forms. Atop these towers sit dark red domes, from which plumes of red smoke emanate, further contributing to the hazy atmosphere.

In the foreground, a group of sheep lies resting on the ground, seemingly unperturbed by the strange environment surrounding them. Their presence adds a touch of tranquility to the otherwise unsettling scene.

At the very front of the painting, the viewer can see the top of an unfinished tower. Perched upon this incomplete structure is a young girl wearing a mask adorned with horns. Her presence adds an element of intrigue and symbolism to the composition, inviting the viewer to ponder her role in this dreamlike world.

The painting’s title, ”The Rest of the Lambs,” coupled with the resting sheep and the enigmatic towers, creates a juxtaposition between peace and unease, reality and fantasy. The red smoke and the masked figure hint at hidden meanings or potential dangers lurking within this seemingly peaceful yet bizarre landscape.

85 cm x 62 cm
Created 2018.
Acrylic on canvas.