Christian Halna du Fretay’s artwork Bleu lumineux du paysage (Landscape's Luminous Blue) exemplifies his mastery of abstraction and figuration, rendered through a distinctive mixed-media approach. This Shikishi painting contemporary artwork blends collage, acrylic, and pencil to create a layered and tactile composition that invites viewers into a fragmented yet harmonious interpretation of a natural landscape.
The composition is marked by a vibrant interplay of colors and textures. Earthy browns and greens suggest elements of terrain, while a striking luminous blue dominates the scene, evoking water or sky. This blue serves as the focal point, drawing the viewer's attention and infusing the work with a sense of calm and vibrancy. Subtle gold highlights add warmth and depth, enriching the visual narrative and balancing the cooler tones.
Halna du Fretay’s technical approach is evident in the interplay of materials. The torn edges of the collage introduce a dynamic texture, while the acrylic paint adds movement through layered strokes. Pencil details provide delicate contours, guiding the viewer’s eye across the composition and enhancing its structural cohesion. Together, these elements create a work that is both tactile and visually compelling.
Atmospherically, the piece evokes a dreamlike quality, oscillating between serenity and energy. The luminous blue, juxtaposed with earthy tones, captures the shifting moods of nature, transforming the landscape into a poetic vision. Halna du Fretay’s ability to abstract the essence of a place allows the viewer to connect with the work on an emotional and intuitive level.
Bleu lumineux du paysage is a testament to Christian Halna du Fretay’s talent for blending material and imagination. This Shikishi painting contemporary artwork transcends the boundaries of traditional landscapes, inviting viewers to step into a world of vibrant, dreamlike beauty.
"Landscape's Luminous Blue" - Shikishi contemporary painting artwork
Original one-of-a-kind artwork by Christian Halna du Fretay.
Title in French : "Bleu lumineux du paysage".
Collage, acrylique, pencil on a traditional Shikishi made in Kyoto - Japanese paper mounted on a cardoard with a golden border of metallic paper.
Size : 24cm x 27cm (9.4 x 10.6 inches)
Signed "Du Fretay".
