30*30cm, 2023

This oil painting is an exuberant expression of a lotus pond, captured in an almost abstract form.

Niu has applied a riot of colors with vigorous and spontaneous brushwork that brings a sense of organic movement and growth. Greens of various shades form the backdrop, suggesting the dense foliage of the pond, while bursts of red, yellow, and other colors bring to life the vibrancy of blooming lotuses.

The textures are rich and varied, the result of the thick application of paint, giving the work a lively, almost three-dimensional effect. This technique allows the artist to explore the interplay of light and shadow, adding a dynamic quality to the painting as it depicts the ever-changing environment of a lotus pond. The composition is full of energy and teems with life, capturing the chaotic yet harmonious essence of nature. The gestural strokes suggest the movement of water and wind, intertwining with the natural forms of the lotus plants.

The oil painting is not just a visual representation but an immersive experience. It conveys the essence of being in the presence of a lotus pond, with all the senses engaged. The viewer is invited to not only see but to feel the lushness and the vibrant life that the lotus symbolizes.