'Blood Moon' - Phyllida Louw

Dimensions: 30 x 40 cm (12 x 16 in)

Medium: Oil on canvas

Presenting an intense nightscape that explores the haunting power of celestial light, 'Blood Moon' is a striking original oil painting by the contemporary South African artist Phyllida Louw. This piece focuses on the vast, emotional relationship between sky and land under the soft glow of the moon.

The vertical canvas measures 40 cm (Height) x 30 cm (Width). The composition is profoundly minimal and atmospheric, dominated by a deep, monochromatic palette of midnight blues, blacks, and charcoal greys. The majority of the canvas is consumed by the turbulent night sky, which serves as a powerful expression of mood.

The central focal point is the 'Blood Moon' itself, rendered in a luminous, soft yellow-white glow surrounded by a vibrant halo. This light breaks through the darkness, touching the low, indistinct horizon below. The small terrestrial element—likely a coastline or marshland—catches the moon's reflection, creating a sliver of pale, reflective white that anchors the entire scene in palpable stillness. Louw uses an expressive, tonal technique to translate the cool mystery and quietude of the night. This compelling Phyllida Louw oil painting is a premier example of South African contemporary art and atmospheric painting, perfect for collectors of tonal art who appreciate emotional and evocative landscapes.

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