The Four Elements – A Set of Casein on Gesso Boards (11x14)

This collection of four hand-painted boards explores the timeless forces that shape our world: Earth, Water, Air, and Fire. Crafted in casein over gesso, each 11x14 piece is layered with texture, distressed patina, and ornamental motifs that evoke both ancient frescoes and enduring natural power. Displayed together, they form a harmonious cycle of balance and transformation; individually, they stand as meditations on elemental beauty.

• Fire – A luminous blaze of gold and ember tones, Fire embodies passion, transformation, and renewal. Its radiant motif rises like flame itself—consuming, purifying, and igniting the soul.

• Water – Cool depths and shifting hues define Water, a fluid dance of reflection and mystery. Layers of blue and silver shimmer like waves under moonlight, evoking flow, clarity, and the endless tide of life.

• Earth – Grounded in strength and permanence, Earth speaks of stone, soil, and the roots that bind us. Its textured surface and organic forms honor fertility, endurance, and the quiet wisdom of nature.

• Air – Light, ethereal layers suggest the unseen movement of wind and breath. Air carries freedom, clarity, and spirit—an invisible yet vital force that connects and uplifts all things.

Together, these four boards celebrate the eternal cycle of creation—an elegant union of artistry, symbolism, and elemental harmony.