Redwind and Wildebeests II – Expressive painting in red
Wildebeests in the glow of Africa
The painting “Redwind and Wildebeests II” (2005) shows two gnus (wildebeests) silhouetted against a glowing red landscape. Thanks to the vertical format and tight composition, the animals appear monumental, almost like primeval apparitions.
Color intensity and expression
The dominant color is a bright, deep red, broken up by dark and blue accents. This high-contrast painting conveys the energy and drama of African scenes. The animals appear both real and mythical, as symbols of strength, endurance, and survival on the savannah.
Fossil technique – painting with texture
As with all Redwind works, the fossil painting technique is defining: tactile surfaces, sanded glazes and embedded textures create depth and movement. This produces an archaic, almost cave-like effect.
Details
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.”
Any other questions?
You can reach me by phone at 0176-21916227
or via email: markhellbusch@web.de
