The Storm (SOLD)

“The Storm” erupts across the canvas with a sweeping, dynamic force that commands attention. The composition feels somehow alive, as though the viewer is witnessing nature’s raw power in real-time. Dark, slashing strokes of deep green and brown surge across the painting, creating a vortex of movement, while flashes of red and orange punctuate the chaos like distant lightning strikes against a brooding skyline. The sharp, vertical forms on the horizon evoke the spires of a city skyline, standing resilient yet dwarfed by the tempest swirling around them.

Pastine carefully balances tension and fluidity in this piece. The curved, almost wind-swept brushstrokes convey a sense of movement that’s relentless, yet there is a surprising elegance to the chaos—much like the structured unpredictability of extreme weather. The reflection of the storm in what appears to be water below mirrors the turbulence above, creating a doubling effect that deepens the emotional impact.

Where many abstract works rely solely on form, “The Storm” succeeds in evoking a visceral response, a sensation of standing on the edge of something wild and untamable. The contrast of sharp black verticals against the organic flow of color suggests humanity’s attempts to remain grounded in the face of overwhelming natural forces. There is an undeniable sense of drama here, heightened by the near-palpable energy of the brushwork, yet it is not without moments of quiet beauty—a balance between destruction and resilience, chaos and calm. This is a piece that captures the viewer in its whirlwind and refuses to let go, much like the very storms it seeks to depict.

Acrylic on canvas.
Measurements: 30” x 30” (76 cm x 76 cm)