Purple Reverie

Purple Reverie (24x24) draws the viewer into a quiet, layered world where textured surfaces and cool tones merge seamlessly. The work’s 24-by-24-inch format serves as a balanced stage for overlapping patches of purple, blue, and violet, each carefully applied to build a nuanced sense of depth. The use of oil and cold wax creates a tactile, almost sculptural quality that invites closer inspection, revealing the subtle marks and variations embedded throughout the composition creating a dream-like state. Delicate gold metallic lines weave through the composition, tracing faint contours that add structure without overpowering the softness of the color fields. These lines provide a gentle contrast, introducing a hint of shimmer that shifts with the light and enhances the work’s overall complexity. The cool palette maintains an elegant restraint, moving between lighter and darker shades in smooth transitions that suggest a meditative rhythm. Underlying the visual elements is a personal resonance, with the color purple serving as a quiet tribute to someone special and symbols of love are incorporated into areas in the piece. The process of layering and mark-making echoes an emotional layering—reflecting memory, loss, and the enduring presence of someone deeply missed. The result is a piece that balances intimacy with calm strength, inviting reflection through its harmonious blend of texture, tone, and detail.