Beethoven: Fury in Red is an expressive acrylic portrait that explores the intensity and inner turbulence of Beethoven’s mind. Bold, saturated layers of red, teal, yellow, and violet are applied with loose, gestural brushwork to convey emotion over realism. Strong contour lines anchor the face while fractured color fields create tension, reflecting the conflict between discipline and chaos. This piece focuses on psychological energy rather than physical likeness, portraying genius as restless, driven, and unquiet. 
16x20 acrylic on canvas