Holy Icon

"Mystic Guardians of the Night", acrylic on canvas panel, Bishop Maxim, 2024

This evocative painting portrays a dramatic nocturnal scene on a mountain cliff, where four tree-like figures akin to cypresses emerge bathed in an ethereal glow. Painted in vivid yellows and ochres against a deep blue night sky, these trees stand in stark contrast, imbuing them with a narrative presence as if they were characters in a mystical tale. The unseen light source that casts their forms in such vivid relief adds a layer of mystery, compelling the viewer to ponder the hidden stories these illuminated sentinels might hold. The artist masterfully employs color and contrast to craft a visual narrative that is both enigmatic and deeply engaging.