“Mea maxima culpa”

Oil on canvas 

36x48im

This oil painting evokes a dark, surreal atmosphere with an intricate interplay of organic forms, shadows, and a sense of decay. It has a centralized focus, with the central structure resembling a twisted tree or roots that converge into a vaguely humanoid form at the peak. The framing is accentuated by golden decorative elements, creating a stark contrast between the ominous central scene and the ornamental border.

The imagery of skull-like shapes and barren, skeletal trees evokes the transience of life and an association with death or decay. The organic forms resemble roots and branches, intertwining life and death. The addition of mysterious or ghostly figures within the trees suggests an ethereal or otherworldly narrative. 

The central figure, elevated and solitary, suggests a theme of isolation or ascension, possibly representing sacrifice, spiritual elevation, or a state of being trapped in an environment of lifelessness.