Obsidian

Original Art by Gonia Chylinska
Acrylic and Oil Stick on Canvas
Dimensions: 100 x 150cm
Framed in Natural Oak

“Obsidian” captures the essence of raw, elemental energy through a bold interplay of neutral tones and black brushstrokes. The painting brings a sense of ancient depth, much like the volcanic glass —layered, dark, and full of intensity. Broad, sweeping strokes of black paint carve through soft beige, ochre, and taupe hues, creating a dynamic tension between chaos and calm.

The background is composed of gentle, earthy gradients, reminiscent of weathered stone or sand worn by time, with warm undertones that ground the composition in a natural palette. Contrasting this is the sharp intensity of the black strokes—forceful yet deliberate, as if frozen in mid-motion, giving the painting both weight and fluidity.

Some areas feel spontaneous and raw, where the brush’s texture is visible, while others are smooth, drawing the eye across the canvas in an almost meditative journey. The neutral backdrop allows the black forms to take centre stage, creating a sense of depth and shadow, as though something powerful is lurking just beneath the surface.

The contrast between soft and bold, calm and dynamic, reflects an exploration of tension and release, as well as moments of introspection. The painting invites the viewer to look beyond the surface, into the darker layers that carry both the weight and fragility of human emotion. “Obsidian” is an abstract study in balance, resilience, and the subtle complexity of contrasts.

This piece, with its grounding tones and visceral black strokes, would be a bold statement in minimalist interiors or spaces that embrace modern, earthy, and organic design elements.

Perfect for a modern minimalist interior, “Obsidian” can be hung alone as a statement piece or be paired with the “Onyx” painting to create a balanced and grounding aesthetic.