Surprise!

A bright, unexpected center opens the composition, with cool aqua held tightly inside rings of red, pink, and warm gold. A wide band of white creates a sudden pause before the natural wood edge takes over, giving the piece a stop-start rhythm that feels intentional and slightly offbeat. This work plays with interruption. The color shifts are bold but not gradual, creating moments of contrast that feel stacked rather than blended. The asymmetry of the wood slice adds to the sense that the piece is not trying to resolve itself too neatly. Surprise! brings alertness into a space. It reads as lively and a little mischievous, offering a burst of color and contrast that feels fresh, confident, and unconcerned with predictability. This piece is 13"X9.5"X.5".