Bellyaches - Hot Balloon (25 x 32 x 4.5cm)

This vibrant geometric relief artwork is created using acrylic paint on reclaimed wooden bannister pieces, combined with cut cardboard letters and shapes layered on the surface to form a bold, sculptural composition. The work is assembled within a structured frame where individual wooden blocks create compartments for color, typography, and geometric forms.

Painted in high-saturation fluorescent tones—including red, orange, turquoise, lime green, and yellow—the composition radiates energy and contrast against the dark frame. The raised cardboard letters and circular elements introduce depth and texture, transforming the piece from a flat painting into a three-dimensional mixed-media assemblage.

By repurposing abandoned wooden bannisters and recycled cardboard, the artwork highlights sustainability and the creative potential of discarded materials. The hand-cut edges, visible textures, and layered surfaces emphasize its handmade character while playful typography and repeating shapes create rhythm and movement throughout the piece.

Overall, the work merges bold color, sculptural structure, and reclaimed materials, resulting in a lively composition that celebrates transformation, pattern, and the expressive possibilities of everyday objects.