"Artifact #26," a stunning mixed media original painting on masonite panel with layers of canvas by Steve McHugh. This unique piece has been created with oil and cold wax, with additional marks made using graphite and charcoal for added depth and texture. Measuring 12" x 9," this artwork features a captivating mix of grays and soft touches of light yellow, creating a truly mesmerizing aesthetic. The deep texture and intricate details make "Artifact #26" a must-have for any art enthusiast looking to add a touch of mystery and beauty to their collection. Artist note, "My ARTifact series is inspired by the natural processes of weather, time, cause and effect. Celebrating the beauty of a well-worn surface and an aesthetic of imperfection. My works are developed as a visceral response to my environment, ambiguous organic forms emerge from a play on negative and positive space. Balancing, barely touching yet they create tension between the shapes. The varied material I use are subjected to layering, peeling, scraping, scratching, heat and abrasion, in a similar way in which earth’s surface is exposed to the elements of fire, wind and water. My process is equally accidental and purposeful, intuitive and thoughtful. As paint is applied, then scratched and scraped back, a narrative is generated and a layering of history is revealed. " Original mixed media collage abstract oil painting by Steve McHugh titled "artifact #26". Measures 12.5" x 9.5" x 1.5. Framed in Neilson metal frame and ready to hang.  Signed on front and back.