
Stillness in Golden Light, 2026
Amanda Horvath
Acrylics on deep edged canvas
Original Painting, 80 x 70 x 3 cm
Amanda Horvath Art
About Amanda Horvath
Amanda Horvath is a contemporary artist producing vibrant colourful and highly textured original paintings. Amanda attended Sheffield Hallam University, where she achieved a B A Hons (1st class) in fine art painting and printmaking. She subsequently lectured for a while and now practices full time as an artist from her studio in the Peak District where she lives with her husband.
"Painting is a response to the beautiful landscape around me, I attempt to capture the luminosity of light rays pouring through trees, the spirit of the forest and the quiet tranquillity of these peaceful places. Moved by the ethereal light filtering through leaves in woodlands and dramatic contrasting shadows. My inspiration begins with my walks through the beautiful Peak District where I live close to the natural world. I love every season each having its own beauty. I have a passion for expressing nature in beautiful colours, whilst imparting a meditative calm. This affinity with nature has grown from early childhood and my past experiences."
Working from observation of nature Amanda gathers visual information with a sketchbook or camera and often begins a canvas en plein air, finishing these preliminary pieces in her studio. Working expressively in acrylics or oils, often with a palette knife or other mark making techniques she applies layer upon layer until the painting reaches a natural conclusion, forming contemporary paintings that lie somewhere between abstraction and realism. Her paintings have found homes with private collectors worldwide.About the Product
This painting evokes the quiet atmosphere of a forest glade, rendered in a palette of gold and earthy natural tones. The scene suggests a moment of calm suffused with gentle light, hinting at the warmth of a setting sun. Light and shadow move softly beneath the forest canopy, which shimmers with an iridescent quality, creating a sense of depth and serenity. Subtle blends of pink, mocha, and gold introduce an element of mystery, forming an emotional landscape that invites the viewer to linger within a world of quiet narrative and tranquillity.
This is a one-of-a-kind original artwork, created using acrylic paints on a deep-edge canvas that requires no framing. The process begins with direct observation of place, supported by notes and photographs, before continuing intuitively in the studio. Initial layers are applied with a brush, followed by richly textured impasto built up with a palette knife. Techniques such as expressive dappled strokes, scumbling, and glazing are used to develop depth and luminosity. The painting continues until it reaches a natural conclusion.
The finished piece is contemporary in spirit, positioned at the intersection of abstraction and realism. The image continues around the sides of the canvas, the work is signed on the front, and it arrives ready to hang.












