“Island Soul: The Abstract Merlion”
Description: This is a vibrant and lively abstract representation of the Merlion, the iconic symbol of Singapore, reimagined through a dynamic splatter technique. This piece is a visual symphony of color and energy, embodying the spirit of the island city-state.

The artwork is a riot of colors, with each hue meticulously chosen and splattered across the canvas to create an abstract representation of the Merlion. The splatter technique used here is not random but a calculated dance of brush and paint, resulting in a composition that is both chaotic and harmonious.

The Merlion, a mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish, is depicted in an abstract form, its familiar silhouette emerging amidst the vibrant splashes of color. The lion’s head represents the folklore of Singapore’s discovery by a prince who saw a lion, while the fish body symbolizes the city’s origin as a fishing village.

The artist invites viewers to see the Merlion not just as a static symbol, but as a living, breathing embodiment of Singapore’s spirit - dynamic, colorful, and constantly evolving. It’s a tribute to the city’s past, a celebration of its present, and a hopeful gaze into its future. This piece is more than just an abstract painting; it’s a love letter to Singapore, written in splashes of color.

PAINTING NFS
Price $0.00
Dimensions 152 x 121 x 8
H x W x D (cm)
Creation Date May 2024
Subject
Abstract
Style
Impressionism
Medium
Acrylic
Substrate
Canvas
Signed Hang Ready