EARTHEN RITE

(20″ × 16″ × 0.5″ / 51 cm × 41 cm × 1.27 cm, Acrylic on Canvas, 2010–2012)
Description
Earthen Rite emerges as a grounding force—a visual interplay between earthy warmth and the energetic swirl of white drips. Triangular shapes and swirling lines conjure a sense of ancient ritual, weaving deep yellows, moss greens, browns, and blood reds into a fertile foundation. Dynamic splashes of denim blue and golden yellow streak across the surface, suggesting currents of vitality coursing beneath the soil. With its action-painting style—marked by spontaneous, knife-applied strokes and energetic drips—this piece captures the pulse of raw, uncontained energy. At the same time, its color palette hints at ancestral ties, stability, and a primordial resonance that beckons the viewer to contemplate life’s origins and potential.
Caption
Earthen Rite – A tribal tapestry of swirling whites, warm earth tones, and bold strokes, bridging primal land and celestial energy.
Creation & Materials
Painted in Miami, USA (2010–2012)
Acrylic on canvas in an action-painting style
Dimensions: 20″ × 16″ × 0.5″ (51 cm × 41 cm × 1.27 cm)
Original Artwork by Maria Lankina
Physical & Practical Details
Layered Surface: Features drips of white paint over earthy hues (browns, greens, reds, and navy blues), with dashes of golden yellow.
Edges & Framing: Edges are painted, allowing frameless display if desired.
Mounting & Hardware: Stretched on a 0.5″ deep frame; hanging hardware not included, but easily attached.
Inspiration & Intent
Evokes a sense of tribal ritual, stability, and fertility through its warm, grounded palette.
Infuses dynamic movement with energetic drips, knife strokes, and swirling lines.
Encourages reflection on the intersection of primal forces and artistic spontaneity.
Artistic Influences & Style
Reflects the unrestrained energy of Jackson Pollock and Franz Kline, combined with warm, earthy elements reminiscent of Willem de Kooning’s early palette.
An example of Action Painting, where spontaneous gestures and bold color transitions define the final composition.