Vibrant Vision, Timeless Expression.
From the studio of Kirsty Wain
"Capturing the 'wild' essence of the Mediterranean through a lens of vibrant, non-naturalistic colour." K Wain
Featured Artworks
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 80 x 80 x 2 cm
Framing: Professionally mounted on a wooden stretcher frame.
Finish: The canvas features painted edges, allowing the artwork to be displayed immediately without the need for an external frame.
Signature: Hand-signed by the artist on the front ("Wain 25").
Ready to Hang: Yes
Free World Shipping: Yes
Mediterranean Winter Still Life by Kirsty Wain is a vibrant, soul-warming celebration of color and light, serving as a poignant finale to the artist's 2025 body of work. Completed as the final painting of the year, this oil on canvas piece offers an intimate glimpse into Wain’s creative world. The composition features a sun-drenched tabletop in her art studio, adorned with a fluted turquoise vase of red tulips, a bowl of citrus, and flourishing potted geraniums. In a charming personal touch, a miniature table easel displays one of Wain’s own previous seascapes, creating a "painting within a painting" that bridges her love for both coastal horizons and domestic serenity.
The work is a clear nod to Fauvism, embracing the "wild beast" philosophy of liberating color from reality to evoke pure emotion. Wain utilizes a bold, non-naturalistic palette—from the deep lapis blue of the furniture to the electric, rhythmic patterns of the lime-green tablecloth. Her technique has evolved into a more loose and expressive shorthand; the marks are deliberate yet spontaneous, allowing the texture of the oil paint to mirror the vitality of the Mediterranean environment.
This piece acts as a permanent window to the sun, symbolizing a bright transition from the end of 2025 into the year ahead. The play between the interior studio warmth and the suggestion of a distant sea breeze makes it a captivating focal point. Whether displayed in a bright kitchen or a curated gallery space, Mediterranean Winter Still Life serves as a vivid reminder of the color and life that persist even in the quietest seasons, captured through a lens of modern, expressive optimism.
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 72 x 93 x 2 cm
Presentation: Mounted on a wooden stretcher frame with painted edges; ready to hang.
Date: December 2025
Signature: Signed Wain 25
Shipping: Complimentary global shipping
In this vibrant still life, Kirsty Wain celebrates color and pattern through a playful, modern lens. A deep cobalt blue provides a powerful contrast to the warm citrus tones of the oranges and the soft pink of the botanical pot.
The composition is alive with movement, from the rhythmic flow of the patterned drapery to the delicate floral motifs scattered across the tabletop. With its bold outlines and joyful energy, this piece captures a sense of abundant, everyday beauty. It is a striking exploration of color harmony that brings a spirited and contemporary warmth to any space.
This original work is shipped directly from the studio of Kirsty Wain. It is securely packaged to ensure its safe arrival at your door, wherever you are in the world.
About the Artist
"Every painting resonates internally for a time before it reaches the canvas. It is a process of constant development, where one work leads naturally to the next." K Wain 2026
Exploring the intersection of Spanish light and non-naturalistic color, Wain’s work captures the 'wild' essence of the Mediterranean through a lens of contemporary abstraction. A portfolio of vibrant, emotive works now available for exhibition and private acquisition.
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