Contour of a Quiet Centre – Fine Art Print

Description

This wide-format work unfolds through layered bands that move laterally across the surface, creating a slow, deliberate sense of flow. The composition is built rather than gestural, with each stratum laid in sequence and left visible, allowing the history of construction to remain present.

Tonal shifts between stone, sand, ivory, and muted grey guide the eye horizontally, reinforcing the panoramic nature of the piece. These layers feel sedimentary, as though shaped by gradual pressure rather than force. The surface remains active but restrained, favouring continuity over interruption.

A dark central void anchors the composition without dominating it. Rather than functioning as a focal point, it acts as a pause — a moment of stillness within a broader movement. Surrounding circular and spiral elements echo this containment, introducing rhythm while maintaining balance.

Depth is carefully controlled throughout. Raised and recessed areas catch light subtly, rewarding distance viewing while retaining tactile interest at closer range. The work avoids spectacle, allowing material and structure to carry the experience.

This is a piece designed to inhabit space calmly and confidently. Its wide orientation encourages sustained looking, making it particularly suited to architectural interiors where horizontal balance and visual pacing matter. It holds presence without urgency, offering steadiness through form, repetition, and restraint.

Framing Note
Displayed framed for presentation purposes. Frame not included.

Copyright
© 2026 Terry James. All rights reserved.

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