Chevron
What inspired this painting?
A Chevron Amethyst pendulum.
Inspiration for abstract acrylic paintings can show up when you least expect it.
I wasn't particularly looking for a pendulum, but found one while browsing in a local gift shop. Of the two basketsful, this was the one that spoke to me. It is Chevron Amethyst, also known as Dog Tooth Amethyst or Banded Amethyst, and I loved the pattern and deep purple colour on site.
A mix of Amethyst with White Quartz, this stone is found in many locations globally, including India, Russia, Madagascar and Brazil.
While there is a regular chevron pattern, the lines can be quite varied, in tone and width.
I made a painting in my sketchbook to capture the character of the stone, and was intrigued by the way the different light and dark purple tones advanced and receded.
While making a reference study in my sketchbook, I noticed that the different tones created a sense of depth. Enhancing this effect gave a 3D quality to the painting, so that the layers appear to hover above each other.
The pendulum was largely a uniform, rather dull, purple. Adjusting the colour gave more variety, from warm buff-pinks to cool blues.
Size and materials
Acrylic painting on wooden panel.
Size: 76 x 76cm (30 x 30 inches)
Panel is 2cm deep.
Images
- The painting
- Interior possibility
- The pendant that inspired the painting
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