Dance of the Tempest
36” x 48” © 2024 Douglas C. Mann
Acrylic and oil pastels on Canvas DONATED TO ALICE COOPER'S TEEN ROCK CENTER
Collaborative artwork with Zoya McKenna Mann
Despite its chaotic appearance, there is a harmonious balance to the abstract painting, “Dance of the Tempest,” a rhythm and flow that speaks to the collaborative spirit in which it was created.
Envisioned and executed through a collaborative lens of daughter and father, this piece encapsulates the uninhibited creativity of a young mind melded with the nuanced touch of an experienced artist.
The title aptly describes the painting's frenetic and unpredictable nature, as if in a tempestuous storm of hues and forms. The colors range from deep, brooding blues and purples to subtle fiery reds and oranges, evoking a sense of both turmoil and exuberance, which contribute to the intricate tapestry of this composition.
