Lions and tree trunk – symbolic animal painting in earthy red tones
Lions as embodiments of strength and calm
The painting “Lions and Trunk” (2006) from the "Redwind" series shows several lions resting by a mighty tree trunk in a landscape suffused with reddish hues. The scene is both powerful and meditative – the animals radiate serenity, while their strength remains subtly felt in the background.
Fossil painting and structure
The surface is shaped by the fossil painting technique: an impasto ground that incorporates sanding marks and inclusions of natural materials. This creates an archaic impression that makes the composition appear like a primeval fresco. Red tones and earthy nuances dominate, creating warmth, density and an almost mythical atmosphere.
Symbolism of the composition
The tree trunk acts as a connecting element between the animals – it stands for grounding and continuity. The lions appear as guardians of nature, in close connection with the land that surrounds them. The contrast between the strong color field and the softer forms of the animals creates a play between wildness and harmony.
Details
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You can find more inspiration under
landscape formats,
large formats and
Red colors
About the artist Mark Hellbusch
I have been a freelance painter since 1997 and have worked with a wide variety of themes in painting. While until 2007 I was occupied almost exclusively with expressive painting, today my focus lies more on experimental art. My personal background, as well as almost all artistic themes can be found under “About us.”
Contact & Studio
0176-21916227
markhellbusch@web.de
Studio in Wiesbaden – viewings by appointment.
