Cool And Calm

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Size:36 x 28 in. Brian K. Stephens' Cool and Calm (32" x 24") is an evocative composition that merges simplicity with depth. The painting features two elegant cheetahs standing ben eath a lush, abstracted tree against a muted, pastel-toned background. The textured brushstrokes lend a sense of movement and energy to the piece, while the tranquil poses of the cheetahs evoke a serene and balanced atmosphere. The juxtaposition of their spotted forms with the organic, painterly strokes of the tree creates a dialogue between precision and abstraction, encapsulating the artist's mastery in harmonising contrast. Born in North Stonington, Connecticut, Stephens has an extensive classical background, having studied at the Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts and the Académie de la Grande Chaumière in Paris. His works, which span painting, video, and installation, have been exhibited globally in over 100 exhibitions since 1996, earning him a distinguished reputation in both the US and Europe. Stephens’ process revolves around the transformative interplay of colours, as he describes: “The instant when colours laid next to each other start to shine and shimmer… this is when I see the possibility of meaning.” This philosophy is beautifully embodied in Cool and Calm, a testament to his ability to convey emotion through dynamic colour and form. Show more