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Kelly the Artist

Black Sun

$3,850.00 USD
$3,850.00 USD
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Black Sun: Acrylic, Oil & Gold Leaf Painting

Bold and mysterious, Black Sun is a 24x48” mixed media painting by Kelly O’Brien that redefines Western iconography through a graphic, dreamlike lens. Part myth, part desert vision, this piece layers symbolism, movement, and color to create a work that feels both ancient and electric.

Product Details:

  • Title: Black Sun

  • Artist: Kelly O'Brien

  • Medium: Acrylic, Oil & Gold Leaf on Canvas

  • Dimensions: 24 x 48 x 1.5 inches

Description:

Black Sun features a commanding black horse outlined in vivid red, set against a backdrop of towering cacti, golden desert heat, and a dark sun that pulses with surreal energy. Geometric borders, linear drips, and bold shifts in color ground the piece in both pop and primitivism—where neon outlines meet raw texture and spiritual resonance.

The work speaks in symbols: the horse as power, the cactus as survival, the black sun as transformation. Every element drips and vibrates with intention, as though the desert itself is alive and watching.

Why You’ll Love It:

  • Compact but Impactful: At 24x48", this vertical format fits smaller spaces while delivering bold, high-contrast energy.

  • Graphic Expressionism: A vivid mix of structured form and expressive paintwork.

  • Cultural and Visual Symbolism: Combines Western imagery with a near-psychedelic reinterpretation.

  • Radiant Contrast: Layers of deep black, bright red, and golden yellow create striking visual depth.

About the Artist:

Kelly O’Brien is a deaf multidisciplinary artist based in the Texas Hill Country, known for blending modern energy with timeless Western themes. Black Sun continues that exploration—using symbolism and saturation to create works that are both personal and archetypal.

Transform Your Space:

Let Black Sun bring bold symbolism and Southwest soul into your space. Perfect for collectors seeking work that bridges old-world myth with contemporary edge.

Order Now:

Own Black Sun, a 24x48" original that radiates with meaning and momentum. Inquire now for pricing and private viewings.