Butterfly Gum Study – Colourful Abstract Artwork with Gold Pattern Detail

Butterfly Gum Study is a vibrant and expressive work on paper that blends organic inspiration with deliberate repetition. Built on a richly layered multicoloured background, the piece features an overlay of gold patterns inspired by the delicate symmetry of butterfly wings. This shimmering motif dances across the surface, creating movement and contrast against the textured underlayers.

The artwork explores mark making as a form of meditation - each repeated line and curve part of a larger rhythm, like the intricate patterns found in gum leaves, butterfly wings, or cellular structures. The result is a lively visual field that feels at once natural and abstract, familiar and imagined.

Created with acrylic and ink on high-quality paper, this A2-sized study maintains a refined focus on colour balance and visual harmony. The central pattern is carefully contained within an A3-sized worked area, offering flexibility for framing while maintaining its bold impact.

Perfect for collectors who appreciate experimental pieces and process-driven work, Butterfly Gum Study brings a playful yet thoughtful energy to any space. It suits a variety of interiors - from contemporary and eclectic to bohemian and nature-inspired styles.

Artwork info: 
♥ acrylic and ink on paper 
♥ paper measures A2 (420x594mm) worked area (297x420mm)
Unframed

Butterfly Gum Study is a joyful celebration of pattern, colour, and the quiet beauty of repetition - an artwork that rewards close looking and invites contemplation.