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Medium: Mixed media with gold leaf and a dual varnish process on canvas
Dimensions: 36" x 48"
Retail Value: $4,200
Buy-It-Now / Acquisition Price: $5,500
Collection Status: Available — Currently on exhibition at Raven's Wish Gallery, Janesville, WI (Pending Special Exhibition at the Tallman House)
Description:
Sentinel of the Monterey: Light at the Ford is a monumental, highly dynamic 1-of-1 original masterpiece that stands as a mesmerizing intersection of local history, subconscious memory, and profound hope. Spanning an impressive 36" x 48" canvas, this striking abstract realism anchor piece was co-donated by the artist and Raven's Wish Gallery to raise vital funds for ECHO, Inc., supporting critical community assistance initiatives in Janesville, Wisconsin.
Breaking completely away from a traditional landscape, this large-scale artwork offers a powerful, surrealist view looking out from inside the historic cave feature of Janesville's iconic Monterey Rock. The massive composition is dominated by a majestic, sweeping vortex of brilliant canary yellows, soft peaches, and shimmering sheets of metallic gold leaf. This radiant energy acts as a literal beacon of hope, slicing through a heavy, textured bedrock of deep umbers and brooding violet tones.
Look closely at the sprawling surface: the artist utilized intricate sgraffito—scratching directly through the top paint layers—to pay a rhythmic, tactile homage to the ancient cedar trees that once proudly crowned the summit of the rock feature. Protected by a meticulous dual-varnish process that flawlessly balances a soft, matte earthiness with the brilliant luster of the gold accents, Sentinel of the Monterey serves as a visual sanctuary. It captures the spirit of a guardian light standing watch over the historic river crossing, offering a guiding path through turbulent waters.
To Purchase: This premium statement piece is currently housed at Raven's Wish Gallery. To secure this piece immediately at the $5,500 acquisition price, or to arrange a private viewing prior to its upcoming exhibition, please contact the gallery directly or inquire with the artist’s studio.
Medium: Mixed media with gold leaf and a dual varnish process on canvas
Dimensions: 36" x 48"
Retail Value: $4,200
Buy-It-Now / Acquisition Price: $5,500
Collection Status: Available — Currently on exhibition at Raven's Wish Gallery, Janesville, WI (Pending Special Exhibition at the Tallman House)
Description:
Sentinel of the Monterey: Light at the Ford is a monumental, highly dynamic 1-of-1 original masterpiece that stands as a mesmerizing intersection of local history, subconscious memory, and profound hope. Spanning an impressive 36" x 48" canvas, this striking abstract realism anchor piece was co-donated by the artist and Raven's Wish Gallery to raise vital funds for ECHO, Inc., supporting critical community assistance initiatives in Janesville, Wisconsin.
Breaking completely away from a traditional landscape, this large-scale artwork offers a powerful, surrealist view looking out from inside the historic cave feature of Janesville's iconic Monterey Rock. The massive composition is dominated by a majestic, sweeping vortex of brilliant canary yellows, soft peaches, and shimmering sheets of metallic gold leaf. This radiant energy acts as a literal beacon of hope, slicing through a heavy, textured bedrock of deep umbers and brooding violet tones.
Look closely at the sprawling surface: the artist utilized intricate sgraffito—scratching directly through the top paint layers—to pay a rhythmic, tactile homage to the ancient cedar trees that once proudly crowned the summit of the rock feature. Protected by a meticulous dual-varnish process that flawlessly balances a soft, matte earthiness with the brilliant luster of the gold accents, Sentinel of the Monterey serves as a visual sanctuary. It captures the spirit of a guardian light standing watch over the historic river crossing, offering a guiding path through turbulent waters.
To Purchase: This premium statement piece is currently housed at Raven's Wish Gallery. To secure this piece immediately at the $5,500 acquisition price, or to arrange a private viewing prior to its upcoming exhibition, please contact the gallery directly or inquire with the artist’s studio.