Berlin, 2024

Milena Makani  

Acrylic, watercolour and ink on mineral stone sheet.

Exhibition history: Artworks East Gallery, London, United Kingdom, 2025.

This painting captures the viewer's attention with its vibrant, fluid dynamics. The composition depicts an hourglass-like shape, where swirling shades of green dominate, channeling rejuvenation. The heart of the work reveals fascinating layers of color and pigment interaction - greens melding with subtle browns and hints of pink, all pulsating with urban energy. This technique creates a striking contrast, drawing the eye to where colors converge and diverge, much like everyday thoughts and emotions. The fluidity and translucence suggest movement, as if captured in a moment of transformation. The use of light and shadow enhances its depth, inviting introspection. This artwork exemplifies a captivating synergy of movement, color, and form, leaving a lasting impression of vitality and harmonious dynamism.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This unique, original painting is created with highest quality archival and lightfast acrylics, watercolours and inks on a mineral stone sheet.

Titled, dated and signed on the backside of the artwork. A signed Certificate of Authenticity is enclosed.

The painting is supplied unframed to ensure maximum protection during shipping and full framing flexibility. The artist recommends unglazed framing for optimal enjoyment of the artwork, as standard glazing distracts with reflections and anti-reflective glazing tends to distort colours.

About the unique surface:

Mineral stone sheets are made from calcium carbonate (limestone) mixed with a small amount of organic resin, combining the luxurious texture of mineral stone with the pliability of paper. Unlike traditional paper, this surface is not sensitive to humidity and does not deform or buckle when moist. Furthermore, the mineral stone sheet adopts stained glass properties when lit from the back, transforming the painting. Mineral stone sheets do not contain wood, do not require deforestation and are considerably more environmentally friendly than canvas and traditional pulp-based paper.

ARTIST STATEMENT:

“My practice explores the shifting boundaries between presence and absence, where memory, perception and sensation converge and dissolve. Living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and permanent pain deeply informs my awareness of fragility, resilience, gratitude and the capacity for joy. I combine acrylics, watercolours and inks on mineral stone sheets to construct layered, fluid environments inviting introspection. Each painting acts as a threshold, reflecting the viewer's inner landscape and shifting with their emotional state. I aim to offer not resolution, but a contemplative experience that invites quiet exploration of the complexity of being." — Milena Makani