Valentina Ritorova

Guiding Light (2025)

35x25 cm ~ Painting, Acrylic


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When I look at the painting, the moon seems alive. Looking at it from a distance, I feel its bright light beckoning, inviting me to come closer. As you approach, it vibrates slightly, as if asking: what do you want to talk about? And it waits: don't be afraid, begin.
This is a quiet conversation between two people about something intimate. And the distant reflections, silent witnesses, seem to listen to this intimate dialogue.
Or maybe the moon illuminates your path with its bright light, preventing you from straying? And if you turn off, you won't see its light, and that will be a sign that you're doing something wrong?
Or maybe it's my guiding star, illuminating my path. And the moon will shine with a cold, detached light, not engaging in dialogue, so that I understand: you've taken a wrong turn. And the distant reflections will flicker with a reflection of the light.
Look at the moon carefully. Talk to it in your mind. Perhaps it will become your talisman or guiding star? Or a stern observer? Everyone will find in it what they need right now.
This image captures a textured abstract painting with a raised crescent moon at its center. The texture allows you not only to see but also to physically feel the crescent moon's relief—run your fingers along its curves, feeling the light emerge from the darkness. The textured surface adds a tactile sensation, making the crescent almost three-dimensional, as if it were growing out of the canvas. Rough, uneven brushstrokes around the crescent enhance the organic feel, reminiscent of a natural phenomenon like the moon against a stormy sky.
The crescent moon, painted in soft shades of white and pale yellow, radiates a soft glow against the dark, layered background. A stream of light cuts through the dark space, leaving golden-orange reflections in its wake. The background itself is an intricate dance of rich browns, bright oranges, and muted shades of blue and red, creating a sense of depth and mystery.
Brown, turquoise, and black hues enhance the brightness of the central light beam. Vertical streaks add a sense of movement, the flow of light through space.
"Guiding Light" is a work about dialogue with light, about finding one's way, about an inner guide that can be a friend, a mentor, or a stern judge—depending on what you need at the moment.
Ideal for personal spaces—bedrooms, offices, meditation areas, and places for reflection. This work is for those who seek dialogue with themselves, direction, or support. The dark palette creates intimacy and depth. The diagonal composition leads the eye, creating a sense of a path. The textured texture invites tactile contact. The work is especially expressive with directional lighting, which enhances the effect of a luminous crescent moon.

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