A Moth's Dream - SOLD 🔴

A Moth’s Dream is a mesmerising exploration of transformation, mystery, and the quiet beauty of nature. Each quadrant of the painting features a single moth wing: Eyed Hawkmoth, Elephant Hawkmoth, Large Emerald, and Death’s-Head Hawkmoth are set against a dusky sky and rich landscape hues of mulberry and purple.

At the heart of the composition lies a subliminal black cross, subtly anchoring the piece with a sense of balance and depth. Harmonious tones of teal, blue-browns, and soft pinks envelop the viewer, creating an atmosphere that is both magical and comforting. This painting invites you to enter a dreamlike realm where the delicate and the mysterious converge in perfect harmony.

How was it created?

The artwork begins with a selection of photographs I have captured on location, which I carefully compile digitally to establish the theme, composition, and colour palette. Once the concept is refined, I commence painting in oils, focusing initially on the intricate details. After these areas have dried, I adopt a more expressive approach, utilising palette knives and larger brushes to develop the abstract elements. Once the painting has dried, I mask off key areas and, with a wide brush loaded with oil paint, apply a decisive central stroke. This final step is a critical moment in the process, requiring precision and confidence, as any mistake could compromise the entire piece.

• This original is now SOLD, please get in touch if you would like a print.
• Or why not commission your own bespoke "Moth's Dream"?
• Painting size: 100cm x 100cm oil on canvas.
• This painting is on a 20mm deep stretched canvas, unframed and ready to hang.
• Framing on request, please get in touch to discuss ideas and your decor. 
• Signed on the front and reverse by the artist Anna-Marie Buss and will make a sensational and thought-provoking addition to your home.
• Free delivery in the UK, please get in contact for a shipping price outside of the UK