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Andrew BennettMemory of a Day, The Lighthouse- original surrealist painting - contemporary art2025
2025
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This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online.
Andrew Bennett's Memory of a Day, The Lighthouse evokes the surreal stillness of memory through a meticulously rendered dreamscape. At the center of the scene, a set of open doors leads from a tiled interior into a coastal world where waves crash dramatically against the shore and a white lighthouse perches on a rocky outcrop.
Clouds roll in with painterly density, blurring the boundary between inside and outside.
A bird perches calmly atop a stack of colorful books, poised as if on the edge of narrative flight, offering a metaphor for imagination as escape or remembrance.
The acrylic-on-canvas work invites a metaphysical reading: books as portals, the sea as subconscious, the lighthouse as guidance. The interplay of the tangible (the tiled floor and wood of the doorway) with the ephemeral (clouds, sea spray, memory) is heightened by Bennett's hyperrealistic style. The composition suggests both the infinite potential of the mind and the quiet melancholy of nostalgia. A book labeled 'Forward for Light' lies on the threshold, gently reinforcing the theme of looking toward clarity through reflection or learning.
The color palette shifts fluidly from soft, cloud-soaked whites and blues to the rich jewel tones of the books, subtly leading the eye from background to foreground. Every detail is rendered with care: the gleam on the bird's plumage, the shadows cast by open doors, the foam licking the sand. Bennett uses light directionally and symbolically, inviting the viewer to consider what lies beyond not just the door, but the frame of the canvas itself. Memory of a Day, The Lighthouse is a poetic fusion of interiority and horizon, embodying stillness, curiosity, and longing in equal measure.
Artist Biography:
Andrew Bennett is an Australian surrealist artist who has been actively creating since 1990. With over twenty solo exhibitions and numerous group show participations, his work has been widely showcased both across Australia and internationally. His paintings are held in private and corporate collections, reflecting his growing influence in the contemporary art world.
Andrew’s Still Life works explore the depths of imagination, seamlessly blending the conscious with a dream-like surreal subconscious. Rendered in a hyper-realistic style, his compositions incorporate everyday objects, wildlife, and elements of the landscape—arranged in ways that transform the unexpected into the expected. This striking juxtaposition creates a unique sense of energy and tension, making his work instantly recognizable.
Through meticulous detail and a thought-provoking approach, Andrew Bennett continues to push the boundaries of surreal realism, inviting viewers into a world where reality and illusion intertwine.
Discover the mesmerizing surreal landscape paintings of renowned artist Andrew Bennett, available for sale exclusively at Signet Contemporary Art and online. His meticulously crafted works showcase exceptional skill and a deep dedication to capturing surreal landscapes in breathtaking realism detail.Whether you’re looking to elevate your personal art collection or introduce a striking piece of imaginative scenery into your home, you can explore Bennett’s masterpieces through our online gallery or visit us in person.
“My craft has developed predominantly in the studio, though of course there have been influences along the way. My favourite medium is acrylic on canvas mainly due to its versatility and quicker drying time. The way I work is derived from the Old Masters but with a contemporary understanding of modern materials and procedures”. – Andrew Bennett
- Creator:Andrew Bennett (1956, American)
- Creation Year:2025
- Dimensions:Height: 47.25 in (120 cm)Width: 35.44 in (90 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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- Gallery Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU468316259662
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