Eye of the Storm
26×30 Oil on canvas
This painting, titled Eye of the Storm by Katie Elkins, captures a surreal and emotional moment of intensity and reflection. The central figure, painted in soft purples and muted tones, has a glowing, storm-like energy radiating from their face, with bright pink brushstrokes over the eyes suggesting a state of heightened perception or inner turmoil. Their outstretched arm points toward a lush, natural backdrop filled with soft pink and white blooms, hinting at beauty or calm amidst the chaos.
At the bottom of the painting, a subtle red pool cradles the faint outline of a violin, evoking a sense of loss, creativity, or resonance with the storm’s emotional energy. The composition balances tension and stillness, exploring the interplay of human emotion and the natural world. The title suggests that the figure is both within and observing the storm, embodying its raw power and calm center.
These works are original and one of a kind.
They are part of a body of work produced in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, in Spruce Pine. They are the product of witnessing and experiencing first hand the power and destruction, as well as inherent strength of individuals, communities, and environments afftected by a natural disaster.
The range of styles is due to a number of factors. The artist has not used oil paintings as a medium in over 20 years, emotions in the aftermath of the storm have been extreme and unexpectedly various from day to day, and the change of memories over time, reflections, dreams and conversations both internal and external has mutated the forms the visual expressions take at various sittings.
26×30 Oil on canvas
This painting, titled Eye of the Storm by Katie Elkins, captures a surreal and emotional moment of intensity and reflection. The central figure, painted in soft purples and muted tones, has a glowing, storm-like energy radiating from their face, with bright pink brushstrokes over the eyes suggesting a state of heightened perception or inner turmoil. Their outstretched arm points toward a lush, natural backdrop filled with soft pink and white blooms, hinting at beauty or calm amidst the chaos.
At the bottom of the painting, a subtle red pool cradles the faint outline of a violin, evoking a sense of loss, creativity, or resonance with the storm’s emotional energy. The composition balances tension and stillness, exploring the interplay of human emotion and the natural world. The title suggests that the figure is both within and observing the storm, embodying its raw power and calm center.
These works are original and one of a kind.
They are part of a body of work produced in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, in Spruce Pine. They are the product of witnessing and experiencing first hand the power and destruction, as well as inherent strength of individuals, communities, and environments afftected by a natural disaster.
The range of styles is due to a number of factors. The artist has not used oil paintings as a medium in over 20 years, emotions in the aftermath of the storm have been extreme and unexpectedly various from day to day, and the change of memories over time, reflections, dreams and conversations both internal and external has mutated the forms the visual expressions take at various sittings.
26×30 Oil on canvas
This painting, titled Eye of the Storm by Katie Elkins, captures a surreal and emotional moment of intensity and reflection. The central figure, painted in soft purples and muted tones, has a glowing, storm-like energy radiating from their face, with bright pink brushstrokes over the eyes suggesting a state of heightened perception or inner turmoil. Their outstretched arm points toward a lush, natural backdrop filled with soft pink and white blooms, hinting at beauty or calm amidst the chaos.
At the bottom of the painting, a subtle red pool cradles the faint outline of a violin, evoking a sense of loss, creativity, or resonance with the storm’s emotional energy. The composition balances tension and stillness, exploring the interplay of human emotion and the natural world. The title suggests that the figure is both within and observing the storm, embodying its raw power and calm center.
These works are original and one of a kind.
They are part of a body of work produced in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, in Spruce Pine. They are the product of witnessing and experiencing first hand the power and destruction, as well as inherent strength of individuals, communities, and environments afftected by a natural disaster.
The range of styles is due to a number of factors. The artist has not used oil paintings as a medium in over 20 years, emotions in the aftermath of the storm have been extreme and unexpectedly various from day to day, and the change of memories over time, reflections, dreams and conversations both internal and external has mutated the forms the visual expressions take at various sittings.