Copper Chorus

Original acrylic on canvas

61 x 61 x 3.8cm

Ready to hang

This work began with an exploration of industrial textures and earthy copper tones inspired by weathered metal and urban surfaces. As the painting developed, the rigid structure I had planned gave way to something softer and more organic. Layers of colour gradually evolved into a lively field of wildflowers, emerging unexpectedly from the rich, rust-toned background.

For me, the painting reflects the beauty of creative surrender—allowing a work to become what it wants to be rather than forcing it to follow a predetermined path. The contrast between the industrial-inspired foundation and the delicate botanical forms creates a sense of resilience, growth and transformation.