Rhino

A rhinoceros rendered in energetic, gestural brushwork dominates this square canvas. The animal’s muscular form emerges from layered strokes of blue, orange and cream against a vibrant red ground, with touches of yellow and green framing the composition. The paint is applied with considerable physical immediacy, creating a sense of movement and psychological presence rather than naturalistic detail. Shana’s expressionist approach channels the tenacity of stroke that characterises his practice as a fine artist working in acrylic since 2002.