Sonia J. - "Quiet Verticalities"- XXL

"Quiet Verticalities"

"A quiet architecture of blue and light—vertical veils that elongate the wall and calm the room."

Description:
"Quiet Verticalities" is built from layered blue strata—ranging from pale aqua to deeper cobalt—pulled downward into long, translucent vertical runs. The composition balances repetition and variation: steady lines, shifting opacity, and softened underlayers that create atmospheric depth without visual noise. A darker, denser band near the base acts like sediment or ground, giving the work gravitas and anchoring the overall field. From a distance, it reads as calm and architectural; up close, the surface reveals stratification, abrasion, and quiet complexity.

Conditions of Light (Best Viewing):
->Best: bright indirect daylight or warm-neutral artificial light (approx. 2700K–3500K).
->Works especially well when: light is slightly lateral (from the side), enhancing the layered veils and the grounded lower band.
->Avoid: prolonged direct sunlight on the surface (UV + glare). If the wall receives strong sun, consider UV-filter window film or a different placement.

Materiality & Surface:
->Medium: Acrylic & mixed media on canvas (layered washes/veils, controlled drips, and textured lower passages).
->Surface character: visibly stratified; matte-to-satin shifts may appear depending on medium density.
->Perception: the blues and whites can shift subtly with light temperature and viewing angle—this is characteristic of layered, depth-based painting.

Dimensions & Format:
->Dimensions: 130cmX165cm
->Orientation: Horizontal
->Extra margin for stretching: (add if applicable; typically 7-10 cm if you provide it)

Edition: Single original work

Interior effect: the horizontal format reads as a calm “visual horizon,” stabilizing wide walls and working exceptionally well above seating or low cabinetry.

Photography & Color Accuracy:
->The photographs show the work in interior contexts. Because the surface is layered and the palette is composed of cool blues and milky whites, tonal shifts may occur depending on ambient light temperature and viewing angle. This is characteristic of works with visible stratification and depth.

Residential Placement Recommendations:
->Above a sofa or sectional (as shown) for a refined, calming focal point
->Lounge / library / executive living room where restraint reads as luxury
->Wide corridors or entry halls requiring visual elongation and quiet presence
->Wellness spaces (spa lounge, treatment corridors) where visual stability matters

Recommended Lighting:
->Wall-wash lighting or two to three track heads with warm-neutral LEDs (2700K–3500K).
->Aim for an even wash across the surface rather than a tight spotlight (reduces glare on lighter passages).
->Place lights slightly off-axis to avoid specular reflection and preserve the “veil” effect.
->Framing / Mounting Recommendations (Suggested)
->To match the premium, minimal framing language shown:
->Thin wood frame in natural oak or dark walnut, clean architectural profile.
->Keep the presentation minimal and modern—no ornate moulding.
->A float frame with a narrow shadow gap can work beautifully for this piece, reinforcing the calm, architectural reading.
->If glazing is used (optional): specify UV-protective acrylic and spacers so the surface never touches glazing. Many collectors prefer canvas works unglazed to preserve surface presence.

About the Artist — Sonia J.

Sonia J. is a contemporary abstract painter whose work is created for high-end residential, corporate, hospitality, and wellness environments. Her practice emphasizes structure, balance, and emotional restraint, producing paintings that integrate seamlessly into refined interiors without dominating them. Her works are commissioned and collected for private homes, executive offices, hotels, and spa environments in Italy and Portugal. She has exhibited internationally in Milan, Lecce, Venice, Barcelona, and Portugal, and has received professional curatorial feedback connected to Perrotin, OBRA Art, and Galleria La Scalo. Visit www.sonia-j.art
and follow me @soniaj.modernart