Stephen Moody’s Angélique is a captivating 24" x 40" original oil painting that blends abstract expressionism with evocative form, where an angelic figure radiates restless vibrancy and inner fire. At its core, warm hues of orange, yellow, and red pulse through the figure’s arms and feminine essence—like embers from a forgotten altar—while dark brown and black hair provides shadowed grounding. Delicate pale cream wings dissolve softly into a cool turquoise and blue background, creating an ethereal boundary between the corporeal and the immaterial, spirit and infinite space.
This piece draws inspiration from the liminal threshold between the earthly and the divine, exploring themes of transformation, inner vitality, and the quiet power of feminine spirituality. Angélique is not a passive angel but a charged presence—restless, luminous, and deeply alive—reflecting my ongoing journey to capture the sacred energy that bridges the seen and unseen.
The painting’s power lies in its extraordinary texture. Built with my signature heavy impasto technique, layers of thick oil pigment are applied with expressive, almost sculptural strokes, turning the surface into something akin to ancient scripture etched in color. This tactile depth invites you to experience the work up close, where the play of light reveals new dimensions and the canvas feels vibrantly alive.
Over time, Angélique’s warm, ethereal energy will continue to infuse your space with inspiration and tranquility. Imagine it gracing a bedroom, meditation corner, or entryway—its glowing presence offering daily reminders of inner light, transformation, and the beauty of spiritual restlessness.
Details:
- Medium: Original oil on canvas
- Size: 24" x 40"
- Technique: Heavy impasto with layered, sculptural brushwork for profound texture and luminosity
- Framing: Unframed (professional custom framing options available upon request)
- Availability: One-of-a-kind original painting
- Shipping: Free shipping within the USA
As an artist devoted to translating spiritual vitality and human essence through bold color and tactile abstraction, I pour personal exploration into every piece. Angélique stands as an invitation to connect with your own inner fire and transcendent possibilities.
I invite you to reflect: What personal embers or spiritual longings does Angélique awaken in you? How might this luminous, restless presence illuminate and elevate the sacred spaces in your home?
