Still Alive Acrylic

Serguei Borodouline's "Still Alive" presents two dramatically gnarled, dark tree forms silhouetted against a luminous gradient sky, transitioning from serene turquoise to deep violet. The textured branches, rendered with visible brushstrokes, appear stark and ancient. Yet, vibrant clusters of orange-red berries cling to the upper boughs of the left tree, a striking testament to enduring life amidst apparent dormancy. The composition emphasizes the sculptural quality of the wood, creating a powerful visual tension between decay and renewal.