Originals
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Originals ~
Original, one of a kind pieces
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“Super Hero”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
10”x8”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Super Hero radiates with motion, color, and unstoppable energy. Waves of deep blues, fiery reds, electric yellows, and glowing greens collide across the canvas like forces clashing in the middle of an epic battle. The swirling movement suggests speed, strength, and the moment when extraordinary power is unleashed. Like the heroes that inspired its name, the painting feels larger than life — bold, vibrant, and impossible to ignore.
“Kissing Sculpture”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
11”x14”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Carved from flowing layers of black, white, and silver, Kissing Sculpture captures the quiet intimacy of two forms drawn together. The swirling paint creates the illusion of polished marble, as if the figures have been sculpted from stone and suspended in time.
Within the shifting shapes, two faces appear to emerge—leaning toward one another in a moment of connection. The surrounding textures ripple like chiseled stone and draped fabric, giving the piece the presence of a timeless sculpture brought to life through motion and fluidity.
Both subtle and powerful, Kissing Sculpture invites the viewer to discover the figures hidden within the abstract, revealing a moment of tenderness formed entirely through movement and chance.
“Kal-El”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
8”x10”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Kal-El is inspired by the legendary Kryptonian known to Earth as Superman. Vivid currents of crimson red and deep blue sweep across the canvas, echoing the iconic colors of the hero’s suit. The flowing movement suggests speed, power, and unstoppable momentum—like a figure soaring through the sky faster than the eye can follow. Layers of color bend and collide, creating a sense of energy building beneath the surface. Both bold and dynamic, Kal-El captures the spirit of strength and resilience that has made the character an enduring symbol of hope.
“Swamp Thing”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
8”x10”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
The swamp is never as quiet as it seems.
Layers of murky green drift across the canvas like fog rolling over still water, while deep earthy reds and tangled shapes hint at roots, mud, and hidden life beneath the surface. Pale currents twist through the darkness like mist rising from warm marshlands at dusk.
But look closely.
From within the tangled forms, something appears to be watching. A single glowing eye emerges from the shadows, as if the swamp itself has awakened.
Inspired by the eerie beauty of the legendary Magic: The Gathering card Swamp Thing, this piece captures the mysterious energy of wild places—where nature grows thick, secrets sink deep, and you are never truly alone.
“Fortress of Solitude”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
8”x10”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Inspired by the legendary Arctic sanctuary, Fortress of Solitude evokes a landscape of frozen strength and quiet isolation. Layers of deep and pale blues flow together like ancient ice sheets slowly shifting beneath the surface. Veins of darker color carve through the canvas like frozen rivers and crystalline fractures, giving the piece the feeling of a hidden fortress carved from glaciers themselves. The painting captures both the serenity and the power of a place far removed from the noise of the world.
“Creation”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Creation captures the mysterious moment when something begins to take form from chaos. Deep shadows occupy the center of the canvas while rivers of blue, white, and golden color flow around them like energy gathering and shaping itself. The movement feels both cosmic and elemental, suggesting the birth of a world, a storm, or even life itself. The painting invites the viewer to witness the quiet power of beginnings — the instant when possibility becomes reality.
“Color Festival”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
A vibrant explosion of pigment radiates across the canvas in Color Festival. Bursts of crimson, coral, emerald, and gold surge outward from the center, creating the feeling of color thrown into the air in a moment of celebration.
The flowing forms ripple and collide like clouds of powdered dye drifting through sunlight. Layers of soft pastels blend with bold streaks of red and green, capturing the joy and energy of a festival where color becomes movement, laughter, and life.
Color Festival celebrates spontaneity and expression—an abstract moment where chaos transforms into beauty through motion and color.
“Sleepy Holloween”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
10”x8”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
What began as a Halloween-inspired composition slowly darkened into something more ancient. As the paint settled, the form of a barren tree emerged — twisted, reaching, and alone against a shadowed backdrop.
It wasn’t planned. It revealed itself.
Echoing the quiet unease of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, this piece carries the stillness of autumn nights and the feeling that something unseen lingers just beyond the edge of sight.
“Into the Abyss too”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Swirling currents of violet, shadow, and electric light converge toward a mysterious center in Into the Abyss II. Layers of deep purples and midnight blacks create a sense of immense depth, while flashes of yellow and silver ripple through the surface like energy caught within a storm.
At the heart of the piece lies a dark opening—an unknown space pulling everything toward it. Above it, a pale glow emerges through the surrounding chaos, hinting at light just beyond the darkness. The painting captures the tension between curiosity and fear, that moment when something unseen calls us forward into the unknown.
Both turbulent and mesmerizing, Into the Abyss too invites the viewer to step closer and wonder what lies beyond the edge.
“Ethereal Phoenix”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
10”x8”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Not every rebirth arrives in flames.
Ethereal Phoenix emerges from a field of midnight blue—quiet, weightless, and almost celestial. Soft currents of indigo and violet drift like smoke through darkness, gathering on the right side into a shape that feels feathered and alive, as if wings are unfolding in slow motion.
Instead of burning brightly, this phoenix rises gently—formed from mist, memory, and the kind of strength that doesn’t need to shout. It’s a portrait of transformation in its quieter form: the moment after the storm, the first breath after loss, the decision to begin again.
Look long enough, and the phoenix appears.
Not as a creature of fire—
but as an idea.
“Campfire”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
16”x20”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
In the middle of a swirling wilderness of color, a single flame burns quietly. Campfire captures that familiar moment when darkness settles in and the only light comes from a small fire flickering against the night.
Deep blues, smoky grays, and earthy shadows move across the canvas like a living landscape, while bursts of green, gold, and ember glow through the chaos. Near the center of it all, a tiny flame emerges—warm, defiant, and alive—casting its light into the surrounding darkness.
Like a fire in the wild, the piece feels both intimate and vast. The flame may be small, but it anchors the entire scene, reminding us that even in the most unpredictable environments, a little warmth and light can transform everything around it.
“Oxidize”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
16”x20”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Like metal exposed to the elements, Oxidize captures the slow transformation that occurs when time, air, and energy begin to reshape something once solid. Deep metallic blues and stormy grays swirl across the canvas, fractured by flashes of copper, ember, and pale silver. The colors collide and react like elements in a living chemical process, forming currents that feel both violent and strangely beautiful.
Hints of corrosion and fire glow from within the darker depths, suggesting a surface that has endured weather, heat, and change. What once may have been uniform becomes layered with complexity — textures forming like oxidation spreading across steel.
Oxidize is a reminder that transformation often begins with breakdown, and that even decay can produce unexpected beauty.
“Avatar”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Avatar feels like a glimpse into another world—one where energy flows through living networks beneath glowing skies. Deep ocean blues and tranquil teals form the foundation of the piece, while branching veins of lavender stretch across the canvas like illuminated pathways connecting everything together.
The flowing lines evoke roots, rivers, or neural currents, hinting at a living system pulsing just beneath the surface. It’s a reminder that in nature—whether on Earth or in imagined worlds—everything is connected. Energy moves, grows, and adapts in ways both beautiful and mysterious.
With its cool palette and organic movement, Avatar invites the viewer to step into a place where the boundary between nature, energy, and imagination disappears.
“Celestial Drift”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
12”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Deep indigo and midnight blue sweep across the canvas in fluid motion, threaded with currents of pale light and subtle color. The movement feels weightless — as though something vast is gliding through unseen space.
Nothing was forced. The flow revealed its own direction.
Hints of magenta and emerald surface within the darkness, suggesting distant energy beneath the calm.
An exploration of quiet momentum — of drifting not aimlessly, but with intention carried by the cosmos itself.
“Celestial Sunset”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
12”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Layers of deep violet and indigo stretch across the canvas in soft, drifting currents. Near the horizon, a subtle band of crimson glows beneath the darkness, as if the last light is dissolving into night.
Nothing was forced. The depth revealed itself slowly.
Tiny flecks of light scatter across the surface, suggesting stars emerging as the sun falls beyond view.
A meditation on stillness, vastness, and the quiet beauty that follows intensity.
“Jupiter”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
16”x20”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Molten amber and shadowed greens swirl together in thick, atmospheric layers, cut through with veins of deeper red and black. The movement feels immense — not chaotic, but governed by forces beyond the visible surface.
As the paint settled, the composition took on planetary weight.
It suggests vast storms suspended in rotation — power contained within its own gravity.
A reflection on scale, force, and the quiet dominance of something larger than itself.
“Tequila Sunrise”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
16”x20”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Brilliant yellows and heated oranges surge across the surface in layered motion, cut through with deep violet and streaks of lime. The composition feels alive — like warmth rising before the sun fully breaks the horizon.
Nothing was sketched or mapped. The movement revealed itself in waves of color and light.
It carries the energy of a desert sunrise — vibrant, unapologetic, and impossible to ignore.
“Reflections”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
16”x20”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Deep cobalt and ultramarine tones sweep across the surface in layered motion, bending into a quiet spiral of movement. Hints of teal, violet, and flashes of yellow rise within the blue, like light breaking through depth.
Nothing was forced. The flow formed naturally, revealing a sense of dimension beneath the surface.
It feels like looking into water at dusk — where what you see is not just the surface, but something turning inward.
A meditation on depth, perception, and the quiet moments when we see ourselves more clearly.
“Bearded Dragon”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x”12
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Layered in deep burgundy, charcoal, and smoky silver, this piece carries a grounded intensity. Dark movement gathers along the surface, textured and scaled, as if something ancient lies just beneath.
Subtle flashes of green cut through the shadowed tones — a presence revealing itself in the flow.
Nothing was outlined. The form surfaced on its own.
Like its namesake, the energy feels steady and watchful — calm, powerful, and rooted in quiet strength
“Valentine”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
12”x16”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Created with Valentine’s Day in mind, this piece blends red, pink, white, and purple into layered movement and warmth.
The colors flow into one another, suggesting connection rather than separation.
What emerged was not a single symbol, but a feeling — closeness, softness, and quiet intensity.
A reflection on love not as perfection, but as movement — unpredictable, layered, and alive.
“Molecular Winter”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
11”x14”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Layered in dark, heated tones, this piece carries a sense of movement within movement. Scattered forms drift across the surface like particles suspended in shifting air.
The image was never forced. It surfaced through motion.
An exploration of unseen forces — of matter unsettled, in the midst of becoming something new.
“Awareness”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Awareness captures the powerful moment when understanding begins to surface. Deep teal and shadowy tones swirl like turbulent waters, while brighter streaks of white and vibrant magenta cut through the movement like a sudden realization breaking into view. The sweeping forms resemble a wave cresting forward, symbolizing the emotional and mental shifts that occur when awareness takes hold. The painting invites reflection on the journey from confusion or struggle toward clarity and understanding.
“Molecular”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
11”x14”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Layered in deep reds and shifting tones, this piece began as movement and heat.
As the paint settled, intricate patterns surfaced — forms that felt almost cellular, suspended in motion at a microscopic scale.
Nothing was outlined or planned. The structure revealed itself.
Viewed closely, it suggests the quiet complexity of matter — the unseen arrangements that form everything around us.
A reflection on the beauty hidden within the smallest building blocks of existence.
“Mitochondria”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
10”x8”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Mitochondria explores the vibrant energy of life at the microscopic level. Waves of gold, crimson, and emerald flow across the canvas like the inner landscape of a living cell. The swirling forms resemble organic structures and pathways where energy is constantly being created and transformed. Inspired by the cellular organelle responsible for generating life’s energy, the piece captures the dynamic motion and complexity that exists within even the smallest parts of the natural world. Both scientific and surreal, Mitochondria reveals the beauty of the invisible forces that power life itself.
“Apparition”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
10”x10”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
From within swirling currents of shadow and light, a form begins to emerge. Apparition captures the mysterious moment when something unseen briefly reveals itself before dissolving back into the unknown.
Layers of smoky grays, deep blacks, and warm ember tones twist together across the canvas, while flashes of gold and pale light shimmer within the movement. As the viewer looks closer, ghostlike figures and flowing shapes begin to appear—never fully defined, yet impossible to ignore.
Shifting subtly in natural light, the painting feels alive, as though the apparition itself is constantly forming and fading. The result is a haunting and mesmerizing piece that invites the viewer to question what they are truly seeing.
“Fire Dragon”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Fire Dragon burns with fierce energy and mythic presence. Streams of molten reds, oranges, and yellows twist and flare across the canvas like roaring flames against a midnight sky. Within the movement, shapes begin to resemble the powerful form of a dragon rising from the inferno. The painting captures both the beauty and danger of fire itself — wild, untamed, and impossible to ignore.
Within the swirling flames, some viewers may notice the faint silhouette of a figure standing inside the fire, adding another layer to the mythic energy of the piece.
“Jaded”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
12”x16”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Jaded flows across the canvas in layered currents of bronze, earth, and deep emerald green. The swirling forms resemble mineral veins winding through stone, as if a hidden core of jade has been revealed beneath centuries of geological pressure. The rich earthy palette evokes polished agate, ancient rock formations, and the quiet power of time shaping the natural world. Both grounded and mesmerizing, the painting reflects the beauty that emerges when hidden layers of color and energy slowly come to the surface.
“Green Eye”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
12”x16”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Green Eye erupts across the canvas in a vivid storm of electric greens and deep shadows. From the dark center, radiant currents of color expand outward like the iris of a massive eye opening into another dimension. The swirling forms resemble organic veins of energy, giving the impression of something alive emerging from the chaos. Both mesmerizing and mysterious, the painting invites viewers to stare into the vibrant depths and wonder what might be looking back.
“Psychedelic Storm”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
8”x10”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
A storm unlike anything found in the natural world sweeps across the canvas. Waves of molten color twist and collide as if charged with electric energy. Neon greens flash like lightning through rivers of deep blues, fiery oranges, and shadowed purples, creating the sensation of a storm raging in another dimension.
Within the chaos, the colors dance rather than destroy—swirling, colliding, and blending into an intense psychedelic landscape. Psychedelic Storm captures that moment when energy, motion, and color explode together into something wild, vibrant, and alive.
“Psychedelic Toad”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Psychedelic Toad bursts across the canvas in a vibrant storm of neon reds, glowing violets, and swirling currents of color. At the center, a deep indigo shape emerges that resembles a crouched toad surrounded by waves of radiant psychedelic energy. The flowing forms ripple outward like a living landscape in motion, while subtle shapes hint at smaller companion figures hidden within the colors. Both playful and mysterious, the piece invites viewers to explore the boundary between nature, imagination, and altered perception.
“Psychoactive Estuary”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Psychoactive Estuary is a vibrant convergence of color and motion, where fiery reds, glowing violets, and neon greens surge together like rivers meeting the sea. The flowing forms resemble a luminous estuary—an ever-shifting boundary where different currents collide and blend. The psychedelic palette gives the scene an otherworldly energy, as if the waters themselves carry heightened perception and transformation. Both chaotic and mesmerizing, the piece reflects the beauty that emerges when contrasting forces meet, dissolve, and create something entirely new.
“Exploding Chakra”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
14”x11”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
A burst of raw energy erupts from the center of the canvas, radiating outward in waves of fiery reds, glowing golds, deep blues, and vibrant greens. Each band of color expands like a surge of spiritual energy breaking free, reminiscent of a chakra releasing its full power.
The layered spectrum moves like flames and clouds colliding—earthly warmth below, celestial currents above. The colors appear to pulse and breathe, as if the painting itself holds a living energy.
Exploding Chakra captures a moment of spiritual ignition—when balance, emotion, and energy collide and erupt into a brilliant explosion of color and motion.
Dragon’s Breath”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
12”x24”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Dragon’s Breath erupts across the canvas in waves of crimson, ember, and molten bronze, twisting together like fire unleashed into the air. Darker layers of earth-toned color swirl beneath the brighter flames, creating the sense of heat, smoke, and movement. The sweeping horizontal motion evokes the moment a dragon exhales its legendary breath—an unstoppable surge of flame cutting through the darkness. Both powerful and mesmerizing, the piece embodies the raw energy and mythical intensity of fire in motion.
“The Creation of Atom”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
10”x20”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Within the movement of layered paint, two opposing forms emerged — suspended in the space just before contact.
The moment feels charged, like particles drawn together by forces unseen.
Inspired by the iconic reaching figures of Michelangelo, this piece shifts the focus from divine touch to atomic connection — the instant where energy gathers and matter begins.
A reflection on tension, attraction, and the invisible forces that bind the universe together.
“Trickster”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
10”x20”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Trickster is a vibrant exploration of chaos, motion, and hidden presence. Rivers of crimson, gold, emerald, and deep indigo surge across the canvas like currents of unpredictable energy. Within the swirling forms on the right side, a subtle face begins to emerge—resembling a jester or mischievous figure observing the spectacle. The painting reflects the spirit of the trickster archetype found throughout myth and storytelling: a force of chaos, transformation, and playful disruption. Bold, mysterious, and full of movement, Trickster invites viewers to look deeper and discover the unexpected within the flow.
“Te Fiti’s Anger”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
16”x20”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Even the spirit of creation has a breaking point.
In Te Fiti’s Anger, the deep blues of the ocean surge toward a blazing wall of molten orange and red, as if the sea itself is colliding with the fury of the earth. Flowing lines twist like powerful currents, while a dark boundary forms where opposing forces meet—water and fire locked in a moment of violent balance.
Inspired by the legendary island goddess, this piece captures the raw energy of nature when harmony is disrupted. The ocean churns, the earth burns, and the boundary between them trembles under the weight of elemental power.
Sometimes the forces that create life must first remind the world how easily it can be undone.
“Cavernous”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Cavernous evokes the feeling of stepping into a hidden chamber deep beneath the earth. Rich layers of bronze, brown, and stone ripple across the canvas like sediment carved by time. On one side, sweeping curves resemble the walls of a vast cavern, while darker forms rise like stalagmites emerging from the cavern floor. Subtle highlights glimmer like mineral deposits catching faint light in the darkness. The piece reflects the quiet mystery of underground spaces—places shaped slowly over centuries, where time leaves its mark in every layer.
“Narrows”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
8”x10”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Narrows draws inspiration from the famous Narrows of Zion National Park, where the Virgin River winds through towering sandstone slot canyons. Rich layers of bronze, amber, and deep shadow ripple across the canvas like stone slowly sculpted by water over thousands of years. Thin glowing lines trace through the darker forms, echoing sunlight catching the edges of canyon walls as the river carves its narrow passage through the rock. The piece reflects the quiet strength of erosion and the timeless beauty of one of Utah’s most remarkable landscapes.
“Venom”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
8”x10”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Venom is a bold and intense composition inspired by the dark symbiote of comic book lore. Deep blacks stretch across the canvas like living tendrils, weaving through glowing layers of emerald green, electric violet, and flashes of neon light. The movement feels alive—like something powerful growing and spreading beneath the surface. Chaotic yet mesmerizing, the painting reflects both danger and beauty, capturing the mysterious energy of something that refuses to be contained.
“Vision”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Vision is a mesmerizing exploration of motion, energy, and perception. Layers of emerald green, soft ivory, and deep shadow flow across the canvas like currents of power bending reality itself. On the right side, the swirling forms seem to assemble into a subtle figure—an apparition emerging from the chaos. Inspired by the Marvel character, the piece evokes the idea of consciousness forming within pure energy. Like the character it’s named for, Vision exists somewhere between presence and illusion, inviting viewers to look deeper and discover the figure hidden within the flow.
“Ocean Tide”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
10”x20”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Ocean Tide captures the mesmerizing motion of the sea as currents twist and surge across the canvas. Layers of emerald green, black, and white flow together like water moving over hidden depths, creating patterns reminiscent of rolling tides and shifting ocean currents. The painting evokes the calm yet powerful rhythm of the ocean—constantly moving, constantly changing. Like standing on the shore watching waves rise and fall, Ocean Tide invites the viewer to lose themselves in the endless motion of nature’s most ancient force.
“Vapor”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Soft waves of violet and deep blue drift across the canvas like clouds dissolving into the evening sky. The paint spreads and folds in gentle currents, creating the illusion of vapor rising and shifting in slow motion. Hints of emerald and midnight tones peek through the flowing layers, adding depth to the quiet movement.
Vapor captures a moment of calm transformation—where color becomes atmosphere, and motion feels weightless. The piece invites the viewer to slow down, breathe, and watch the shapes quietly evolve within the drifting haze.
“Dry Powell”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
8”x10”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Bands of bronze, gold, and shadow carve their way across the canvas like the exposed layers of an ancient canyon. Once hidden beneath deep blue water, the landscape now reveals its history—rivers of sediment, winding channels, and the silent memory of a vanished lake.
A streak of vibrant magenta cuts through the earth tones like the last echo of life once reflected in the water’s surface. The flowing contours resemble eroded sandstone walls and forgotten shorelines, as if time itself has peeled back the lake to reveal what lay beneath.
Dry Powell imagines a haunting future vision of Lake Powell—its waters gone, leaving behind the beautiful, layered scars of geology and memory.
“Peppermint Infused”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Soft waves of crimson and white swirl together like cream folding into a pool of peppermint syrup. The colors drift and mingle in gentle currents, creating the sensation of something both sweet and mysterious. Deep shadows and flashes of red peek through the marbled surface, hinting at hidden movement beneath the calm.
Peppermint Infused captures the moment where indulgence meets abstraction—where familiar colors of candy and comfort transform into an elegant, flowing landscape of motion and depth.
“Roses are Red”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Blending red, pink, and white in layered movement, this piece carries warmth at its core.
A heart shape was pressed into the paint as it dried, leaving a quiet imprint within the flow.
It feels both playful and sincere — a reminder that love leaves marks, even in the softest moments.
Created as a Valentine’s Day expression of connection and affection.
“Santa Cirrus Homogenitus”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
9”x12”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
High above the sleeping world, the sky tells a quieter story.
Streams of crimson and winter green twist through the darkness like high-altitude winds, while scattered white forms drift like frozen crystals suspended in the upper atmosphere. The movement feels both natural and mysterious—like something unseen has just passed through, leaving delicate traces behind.
Inspired by the rare cloud formations known as cirrus homogenitus, this piece imagines the sky in the wake of Santa’s midnight flight. Invisible currents swirl, snow-like fragments linger, and the night sky carries the fleeting signature of something magical.
For a moment, the heavens remember.
“Perennial Glen”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
12”x16”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Hidden somewhere beyond the noise of the world lies a place where time moves slowly.
In Perennial Glen, ribbons of deep green wind through shadow and stone like ancient streams carving their path through a forest valley. Lighter tones ripple through the darker layers like moss catching the light beneath a dense canopy, while twisting patterns suggest the quiet movement of wind, water, and growing earth.
The painting evokes the feeling of discovering a secluded glen untouched by time—a place where nature breathes in slow, steady rhythms and every turn reveals something quietly alive.
Some places don’t need to be found on a map.
They simply exist, waiting to be imagined.
“Pompeii”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
12”x16”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Inspired by the raw power of a volcanic eruption, Pompeii captures the moment when the earth itself seems to split open. Rivers of molten reds, fiery oranges, and glowing yellows surge through dark fractured layers, echoing the unstoppable flow of lava across ancient stone.
The bold contrasts between light and dark create the feeling of heat, motion, and pressure building beneath the surface—nature’s reminder that beauty and destruction often arrive together. Like the city it’s named after, Pompeii is a snapshot of overwhelming energy frozen in time.
“Dragon’s Eye”
by
David A. Summerhays
Acrylic on Canvas
10”x20”
Original, one of a kind, Artwork
Layered in deep blues and shadowed greens, this piece unfolded in silence.
As the paint moved and settled, an eye revealed itself within the chaos — ancient, watchful, alive.
The dragon was never planned.
It simply chose to appear.
A reminder that when control is released, something powerful can emerge.