LAB ART PRIZE
Artists selections: January 14, 2026
Eugenia Chicu Touma Cyprus Painting

Artwork title : Electric Canopy

Artist Statement for "Electric Canopy" | Title | Electric Canopy | |---|---| | Medium | Acrylic and Mixed Media on Canvas | 60x80cm

This work is an expressive study of light, color, and resilience, viewed through the lens of my own spirit. "Electric Canopy" captures a moment where the natural form of the trees becomes a canvas for a vivid, internal landscape—a direct reflection of the artist's soul. The cool, textured trunks, defined by aggressive brushwork and impasto, speak to the enduring strength found beneath the surface. They stand in graphic contrast to the intense, non-literal background: a pulsating field of magenta and violet. This electric sky is not a physical color; it is the unwavering energy and passionate pulse that I channel into the world. It represents the inner fire and emotional depth that persists, and even thrives, in the quietest, most restrained moments of life. By injecting this high-frequency color into the familiar silhouette of the forest, the piece transforms a simple nature study into a personal expression of vitality. It is an affirmation that beneath any exterior structure—be it bark or skin—lies a vibrant, electric core. This version emphasizes the personal nature of the colors and energy.