Still Life with Apple Cores
Drawing on paper. Colored pencil, acrylic, ink. 8.5 × 11 inches.
A Surreal Reinterpretation of Decay and Renewal
This surreal composition transforms a traditional still-life subject—a bitten apple core—into an exploration of transience, transformation, and resilience. The juxtaposition of organic decay with otherworldly forms and vibrant colors elevates the scene into a metaphysical narrative.
Drawing on paper. Colored pencil, acrylic, ink. 8.5 × 11 inches.
A Surreal Reinterpretation of Decay and Renewal
This surreal composition transforms a traditional still-life subject—a bitten apple core—into an exploration of transience, transformation, and resilience. The juxtaposition of organic decay with otherworldly forms and vibrant colors elevates the scene into a metaphysical narrative.
Drawing on paper. Colored pencil, acrylic, ink. 8.5 × 11 inches.
A Surreal Reinterpretation of Decay and Renewal
This surreal composition transforms a traditional still-life subject—a bitten apple core—into an exploration of transience, transformation, and resilience. The juxtaposition of organic decay with otherworldly forms and vibrant colors elevates the scene into a metaphysical narrative.
The central apple core, rendered in rich hues of pink, yellow, and green, embodies the remnants of consumption. The bitten edges and exposed seeds signify the life cycle's impermanence, while the vibrant stem and leaf suggest lingering vitality. Its exaggerated proportions and melting base extend its symbolism beyond the mundane, inviting viewers to consider the passage of time and the inevitability of change.
To the right, a dynamic, flowing form rises like a spectral presence. Its fluidity and vivid blues, purples, and greens contrast sharply with the static solidity of the apple core. This figure could represent the spirit or energy released through decay, an abstracted essence of life transcending physical boundaries.
In the background, a radiant sun dominates the scene, casting warm, golden light across the tableau. The sun’s beams seem to radiate life and energy, reinforcing the themes of renewal and the cyclical nature of existence. The bold palette and luminous energy give the piece an almost celestial quality, elevating the otherwise simple subject matter to a universal metaphor.
The vibrant colors and playful distortion of forms transform what might otherwise be a somber meditation on decay into a celebration of resilience and the beauty inherent in transformation. This work invites viewers to reflect on their own place within the cycle of life, decay, and rebirth.
