A striking modern wall art piece by Michael de la Guerra that seamlessly blends abstract visual expression with poetic introspection.
This powerful composition features bold, horizontal brushstrokes in deep black against a stark white background, creating a sense of movement and depth. The dynamic strokes evoke the ebb and flow of thoughts, perfectly complementing the title and theme of the piece. Below the abstract painting, a thought-provoking poem adds another layer of meaning.
A brain drenched in black paint
to help subdue the thoughts of each day;
Thick enough to keep the raucous populace
of my mind mute and at bay;
This is the fantasy I keep to myself
when asked about dreams and ambitions;
To wake up and live
without having to think, I imagine
must be what bliss is.
This verse offers a raw, honest glimpse into the artist's psyche, exploring themes of mental quietude and the desire for peace amidst the chaos of daily thoughts.
Subject: Abstract paint strokes
Styles: Abstract, minimalist, modern, black and white, poetry
All prints are upon ordering from a local film lab here in Los Angeles.
This means it can take up to 14 business days for your print to arrive, depending on demand.
However, it usually only takes about 5-7 days.
Shipping rates are calculated at checkout and based on USPS priority mail flat rates.
Original pieces are final sale items and ineligible for return.
Prints are eligible for return within 30 days with reasonable cause.
This excludes various free print offers which state that if you are unsatisfied with a product given away as part of a promotion (e.g. you receive a free print so long as you pay for shipping) you can keep it and be refunded for shipping costs. Please check the guarantee statement on special offer and checkout pages.
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These are stunning. Always impressed by your artistic endeavors, and your commitment to quality and how it almost becomes a characteristic of the art. Bravo, Michael.
Seanette AKA @the.little.b.haus
Fellow Poet
Incredible. I love how you incorporated your poetic talent into a larger format. It's really great. I love each piece you sent me, and I even bought a few more for my sister.
Jamie Caroccio
Copywriter, Writing Teacher, and Fellow Poet
These are F***ING gorgeous. I wasn't expecting this at all. I am blown away.
Casey M.
Fellow Poet and Author of 4 Poetry Collections
Michael, these are so beautiful, thank you. I mean, I "knew" you cared about quality but these prints are beautiful.
Alicia I.
Writer in Long Beach
Excellent stuff, sir. You are great at combining visuals with words, just as you are at designing them both separately. And the print quality is superb.
Sonny C.
Los Angeles
Omg, I love these floral prints so much. Thank you for the extra set. They're all so beautiful and your poetry is amazing. I'm so glad I own one of your very first art prints to ever go on sale!
Windy Z.
Los Angeles
Never surprised by the the thought you put into every detail down to the material these are printed on, but I am always surprised by the artistic ingenuity in your work. These will live with me and the fam wherever we go.
Max O.
Los Angeles
I wish my girlfriend looked at me the way she looks at the prints I bought her. Not sure how to feel, but thank you for the surprise bonuses, and regardless of my envy, your commitment to quality deserves credit.
Ben S.
Hollywood (My Neighbor in Case You're Wondering)
Michael de la Guerra is an artist and a retired freelance writer who--under the name Michael Lopez--has been featured as a case study in the Harvard Business Review, published in The Huffington Post, banned from writing for Buzzfeed (long story), and featured as an expert in Fast Company, The Wall Street Journal, and more. He’s ghostwritten for NFL players and bank CEOs alike but remains at the mercy of NDAs signed during a decade-long copywriting career working with sought-after digital marketing agencies on high-converting campaigns for some of the largest names in business. He works in academia now and spends his creative energy on visual art and poetry.