Sarawak Jungle 2

“Sarawak Jungle,” inspired by the dense, vibrant jungles of Sarawak in Borneo. During my time there, I was deeply moved by the sheer diversity and richness of the natural environment—the layers of foliage, the intricate patterns of light and shadow, and the overwhelming sense of life teeming in every corner.

In this piece, I used a palette of deep greens, yellows, and hints of earth tones to capture the lush, dense vegetation that characterizes the Sarawak jungle. The thick, textured brushstrokes convey the tangled, almost impenetrable quality of the forest, where each layer of plant life seems to blend seamlessly into the next. The interplay of light and dark in the painting reflects the way sunlight filters through the thick canopy, creating dappled patterns on the forest floor.

Sarawak Jungle” is my attempt to bring to life the intense, almost overwhelming beauty of the Bornean rainforest. Through this painting, I wanted to share the awe I felt standing amidst such a vast and vibrant ecosystem, where nature reigns supreme in all its complexity and splendor. It’s a tribute to the wild, untamed beauty of one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.

Acrylic on boxed canvas

30.4 cm x 30.4 cm