Prickly Pear
Prickly Pear
By Rebecca Toms
Prickly Pear is a luminous, high-detail study of the desert at sunset by Colorado artist Rebecca Toms. Measuring 8 x 8 inches, this original acrylic on wooden panel is a masterclass in capturing the "glow" of the American Southwest. Toms utilizes an expressive yet precise brushstroke to render the thick, sculptural pads of the prickly pear cactus, topped with vibrant, jewel-toned red fruit.
The composition is centered around a radiating sunburst on the horizon, which casts a warm, golden light across the landscape and into the wispy, pastel-pink clouds above. Despite its intimate size, the painting offers a vast sense of space and atmosphere. The work is beautifully presented in a natural wood floater frame, which provides a clean, modern border that allows the radiant colors of the desert to remain the focal point.
Specifications
- Dimensions: 8 x 8 inches
- Medium: Acrylic on wooden panel
- Artist: Rebecca Toms (Colorado-based)
- Framing: Natural wood floater frame
- Style: Contemporary Realism / Western Botanical