Sonia J. - "Silence Held Under"

"A mineral-blue abstract with textured verticalities that evokes silence, depth and atmospheric calm."

A large-scale material abstraction in blues and mineral tones, where texture, rhythm and vertical movement create a quiet architectural presence.

Description:
“Silence Held Under” is an original contemporary abstract painting by Jerónimo, executed in mixed media with acrylic, gesso, sand and modelling paste on canvas. Built through layers of texture and mineral blues, the work develops a field of vertical rhythms that suggest rainfall, forest density, erosion, water traces and submerged light. The composition balances material force with restraint, creating an atmosphere of stillness, quiet tension and spatial depth.

The painting is conceived not as decoration, but as an active visual presence within an interior. Its textured surface changes subtly according to natural and artificial light, revealing different levels of depth, movement and density throughout the day. This is a large-format square work, ideal for contemporary interiors, hospitality settings, calm architectural spaces, curated living rooms, executive offices, lounges, bedrooms and wellness environments. The work is sold unframed, stretched on a 5 cm deep wooden stretcher, ready to hang.

Framing: Unframed/ Stretched ( Winsor & Newton 4cm Wooden Canvas)
Stretching: Professionally stretched on 4 cm deep wooden stretcher to ensure strong wall presence, structural stability and clean presentation without the need for framing.

Surface Protection: Finished with a protective matte, non-gloss layer, chosen to preserve the material integrity of the surface and avoid unwanted reflections.

Frame Recommendation:
->This work is sold unframed.
->It can be displayed as is for a contemporary, architectural look, or fitted with a simple floating frame in: natural oak, walnut, black. Do not use ornate frames. They will work against the painting.

LIGHTING RECOMMENDATIONS:
->For the best visual result:
->Use soft, indirect lighting
->Ideal light temperature: 2700K to 3500K
->Best with wall washers, ceiling spots angled softly, or diffused natural daylight
->Avoid harsh frontal lighting
->Avoid strong glare or direct sunlight
->Because of the textured surface, side or slightly angled light will enhance depth and material nuance
->This work performs especially well in interiors where light changes gradually across the day.

INSTALLATION GUIDELINES:
->Hang at approximately 145–150 cm from floor to centre of artwork
->Leave enough surrounding negative space for the painting to breathe
->Best viewed from 2 to 4 metres
->For consoles, sideboards or sofas, leave 15 to 25 cm between furniture top and bottom edge of the painting
->Use secure hanging hardware appropriate for the weight and wall type
->Install on a stable interior wall, away from moisture and heat sources
->Do not place directly above radiators, fireplaces or strong HVAC vents
->This painting benefits from calm placement. Do not overcrowd the wall with competing decorative objects.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
->Recommended conditions:
->Indoor use only
->Ideal temperature: 18–24°C
->Relative humidity: 45%–55%
->Avoid high humidity, condensation and abrupt temperature changes
->Keep away from direct sunlight for prolonged periods
->Avoid wet zones or poorly ventilated walls
->The textured mixed-media surface should be kept in a stable interior environment.

CONSERVATION AND MAINTENANCE:
->Dust lightly with a soft, dry microfiber cloth or very soft brush
->Do not use water, sprays, solvents or cleaning chemicals
->Do not rub the textured surface
->Handle with clean hands or gloves
->Lift from the stretcher, never by the canvas surface
->If long-term storage is required, keep upright in a dry, climate-stable space with protective wrapping that does not press against the surface
->Because of the relief and material build-up, the surface should always be treated as delicate fine art, even if structurally stable.

BEST PLACES TO HANG — ARTIST RECOMMENDATION
Best placements for this work:
->Living room above a low console or sideboard
->Bedroom for a calm, atmospheric focal point
->Executive office or private study
->Boutique hotel suite
->Spa or wellness reception area
->Quiet lounge or reading room
->Architectural hallway with sufficient wall width
->Minimalist dining room with restrained palette

This work is strongest in interiors with:
->neutral walls
->natural wood
->stone, linen or plaster textures
->restrained furniture
->soft, controlled lighting

It is not ideal for visually chaotic interiors or walls crowded with many decorative elements.

About the Artist:
Sonia J. ( www.sonia-j.art)

Sonia J. is a contemporary abstract artist working between fine art and architectural space. Her practice explores how colour, texture and material depth alter the perception of interiors and shape atmosphere within a space. Before dedicating herself fully to painting, she spent more than three decades in the technology industry, working at executive level in international companies. After a long career defined by strategy, leadership and high-pressure decision-making, she moved toward artistic practice as a radical personal and creative transition.

This shift transformed painting into a field of intuition, material experimentation and spatial thinking. Her works connect emotional experience with physical environment, creating compositions that are not conceived as decorative objects, but as active elements within architecture.

Working in material abstraction, Jerónimo uses acrylic, sand, gesso and modelling paste to build textured surfaces that respond to light, movement and viewing distance. Her visual language often draws from natural perception — forest density, shifting light, mineral landscapes and the horizon of the sea — translated into layered abstractions with depth, rhythm and quiet intensity.

Her work has been presented in international exhibitions, art fairs and architectural contexts, including Berlin, Venice, Milan, Braga and Barcelona. Her paintings are also installed in hospitality and interior design environments, where large-scale works contribute to the spatial identity of hotels, spas and curated interiors.

Through abstraction, Jerónimo explores the relationship between emotion, material and space. Each painting is conceived as an encounter between art and architecture — where colour, texture and scale change how a place is seen, felt and remembered.