Tropical Treasures 8
Original price was: ₹35,000.00.₹32,000.00Current price is: ₹32,000.00.-9% OFF
This original acrylic painting on canvas features a striking blue-and-yellow macaw amid stylised tropical foliage. The bird’s brilliant plumage—cobalt wings, golden breast, and white face—creates a bold focal point against the varying shades of green leaves. This stunning art by Sreya Gupta celebrates the vibrant beauty of tropical wildlife through meticulous brushwork and rich, layered pigments that capture both the textures of the feathers and the lush botanical environment.
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The Thought Behind It
Beyond its immediate visual appeal, this artwork represents a thoughtful meditation on the relationship between exotic wildlife and their increasingly vulnerable habitats. The composition employs strategic contrast—not just in colour, but in the juxtaposition of the geometric, patterned arrangement of leaves against the organic form of the macaw.
The artist—Sreya Gupta—demonstrates technical mastery through varied brushwork techniques: the precisely rendered details of the macaw’s face and beak, the textural approach to its feathers, and the more stylised, almost decorative treatment of the foliage. This deliberate stylistic choice creates a sense of the bird existing simultaneously within and apart from its environment.
The painting’s depth is achieved without traditional perspective, instead relying on overlapping elements and subtle value shifts in the foliage. The varying green tones—from deep emerald to brighter lime—create rhythmic movement throughout the canvas while establishing a sense of depth that draws the viewer deeper into the rainforest setting.
Viewed from a distance, the work functions as a striking decorative piece; examined closely, it reveals thoughtful commentary on biodiversity and conservation. The macaw’s direct gaze engages the viewer, creating a moment of connection that transforms what could be merely ornamental into something more profound—a reminder of the intelligence and presence of creatures whose habitats face increasing threats from human activity.
What to Know
- Original artwork – one-of-a-kind piece with no reproductions or prints available
- Year created: 2019
- Medium: Acrylic on canvas
- Shipping: Artwork will be carefully rolled and shipped in a protective tube
- No frame included, ready to mount on stretcher bars or frame upon arrival
- Dimensions: 76cm x 61cm (approximate)
- Certificate of authenticity included with purchase
- Care instructions: Display away from direct sunlight to prevent fading; dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid touching the painted surface directly
- Keep in environment with moderate humidity and temperature
- Colours may appear slightly different in person due to variations in monitor settings and lighting conditions, minor variations from photographed image are inherent to viewing original artwork
- All sales are final; please contact with any questions before purchasing
Of the Artist
Sreya Gupta is an Indian Contemporary Artist and professional Jewellery Designer whose work captivates through her signature approach: vibrant colour palettes, meticulously detailed subjects, and lush botanical backgrounds.
Bird conservation drives Gupta’s artistic vision, with her works celebrating the intense colours and beauty of unique avian species. Her connection to birds stems from a profound appreciation for nature’s varied palette—a constant source of inspiration, hope, and freedom. This relationship manifests in her paintings, where each bird is portrayed with extraordinary precision against meticulously crafted botanical settings.
“Through my paintings, I aim to capture nature in a way that displays life and beauty,” Gupta shares, inviting viewers to experience the natural world through compositions that balance technical mastery with genuine reverence.