“Elusion II” Abstract Mixed-Media Painting by Louis Shields

An eye-catching composition from Louis Shields’ Reductive Series, Elusion II explores form, fragmentation, and the interplay of bold primary tones with subdued pastels. This abstract mixed-media painting on canvas balances rhythmic geometry with gestural spontaneity, creating a dynamic visual tension that rewards close inspection.

Rendered in layers of blue, green, yellow, red, and cream, the composition evokes a fractured still life or deconstructed interior, guided by strong contours and translucent washes. Cracks in the surface and raised seams add a tactile quality to the work, whether deliberate or naturally formed, bringing added dimension and depth.

Signed Delu and dated 2015 in the lower right corner.