Icelandic Glow

Haleh Mashian

Mixed media on canvas

36 x 36″ (92 x 92 cm)

Haleh Mashian’s “Icelandic Glow” strips the forest down to its purest elements—light, shadow, and texture—putting the stark beauty of winter on fully display. Deep blacks and radiant whites form a dramatic contrast, allowing the interplay of illumination and darkness to take center stage. The absence of color heightens the emotional depth, evoking a quiet intensity that lingers long after the first glance. There is an undoubtedly  cinematic quality to the scene—an air of anticipation, as if something profound is about to unfold within the frozen silence.

Stillness and movement coexist here. The forest appears frozen in time, yet the shifting light suggests nature’s quiet breath, the gradual passage of time even in its most dormant state. This piece speaks to solitude, resilience, and the delicate balance of light in an austere landscape. “Icelandic Glow” is ideal for collectors and designers looking for a statement artwork that embodies both minimalism and depth, where contrast and texture tell a story of winter’s quiet power.