“Hypnic Jerk”

Oil on canvas 

36X36in 

91.4X91.4cm 

The painting combines both interior and exterior elements, creating a sense of depth and dimensional ambiguity. The archways and staircase lead the eye inward, suggesting a journey or a pathway that transitions from the material world into a metaphysical or spiritual realm.

Positioned prominently on a ledge, the apple is a classic symbol of temptation, knowledge, or forbidden desire, evoking the Biblical story of Adam and Eve. Its isolated placement within the subdued tones of the space gives it prominence, perhaps symbolizing a choice or pivotal moment within this imagined world.

Fabric-like Element Flowing Downward: This large, draping fabric appears to flow organically, suggesting movement or transition. It might represent time, the passage of life, or an inescapable pull toward a certain fate or reality.

The stairs ascending into a darkened archway hint at a journey, perhaps into the unknown or a search for enlightenment. Stairs often symbolize progression, personal growth, or spiritual ascent, while the dark doorway suggests mystery or a transition to another state of being.

To the right, a figure floats within or above a cloud-like formation, which could represent dreams, the subconscious, or an afterlife. This ethereal part of the painting contrasts with the solidity of the staircase, suggesting a departure from the physical realm into a dreamlike or transcendent space.