"A Shadow from Far Away".
In A Shadow from Far Away, Robert van den Herik creates a fascinating, surreal world in which reality and imagination subtly merge. Monumental fly agarics rise from a vast field of purple vegetation and dominate the landscape with their powerful presence. The vibrant red caps contrast beautifully with the soft hues of the surroundings and form the visual centerpiece of the composition.
A dark road leads the gaze from the foreground to the horizon, where a desolate, earth-colored landscape stretches out beneath a clear, almost ethereal sky. High above this serene scene hovers a mysterious planet, an element that lends the title extra weight and bestows a cosmic dimension upon the work. The suggestion of something exerting its influence from a great distance evokes feelings of wonder, mystery, and contemplation.
Through strong perspective, refined detailing, and harmonious use of color, an image full of depth and imagination emerges. The painting invites the viewer to look beyond the visible and discover their own story within this wondrous world. Technique: acrylic paint on MDF
Artist: Robert van den Herik
Size including frame: 47 × 66 cm
Framed
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A brief introduction:
I am Robert van den Herik.
Dutch designer, living in Belgium.
Educated at the Design Academy Eindhoven.
I was a problem solver, innovative, also in terms of design.
Later, I worked in the field of “Art versus Design”.
Now I am retired and have started fulfilling a long-cherished wish… painting.
My passion is Surrealism and Magical Realism.
Website: www.robertvandenherik.com
Exhibitions with paintings:
- The Netherlands, Maastricht;
- China, Beijing;
- Italy, Venice;
- Belgium, Brussels;
- Belgium, Bilzen;
- Belgium, Rijkhoven.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsPurple, Blue, RedMaterialMDF (Medium-density fibreboard)Number of items1OrientationLandscapeArt sizeMediumHeight47 cmWidth66 cm