Ian Shults, Dr. Goodbye Waves Hello, Oil & Acrylic Painting, 2024

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Ian Shults “Dr. Goodbye Waves Hello” Oil and Acrylic on Shaped Wood Panel Diptych 44 x 42 inches / 112 … Read more Ian Shults “Dr. Goodbye Waves Hello” Oil and Acrylic on Shaped Wood Panel Diptych 44 x 42 inches / 112 x 107 cm In "Dr. Goodbye Waves Hello", Ian Shults departs from traditional canvas by painting on a custom-cut circular wood panel, split into two hinged segments—making the physical construction of the artwork as compelling as its emotional narrative. This sculptural diptych measures 44 x 42 inches / 112 x 107 cm and is painted in matte acrylics, where angular brushwork and sliced color fields create tension between flat design and expressive realism. The cool monochromatic palette is pierced by slices of warm orange and ivory, adding both graphic dynamism and psychological heat. The two figures—clearly lovers—exist in quiet rupture: the man turned away, and the woman gazing outward with a mix of resignation and tenderness. Their forms are fractured into faceted planes that echo Cubist deconstruction, while the 1950s-style interior behind them adds a layer of vintage melancholy. The shaped panel’s circular form implies cycles of intimacy and distance, making the painting both architecturally modern and emotionally raw. Perfect for collectors interested in contemporary realism, abstracted portraiture, and narrative-driven works that push the boundaries of format and form. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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