Shelly Kerten Maderer
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Beyond the Frame — Mixed media on canvas: hand-painted 3D-printed relief embellished with gold leaf, combined with acrylic paint, modeling paste, stenciling, and gold leaf in the background.
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Plate No. 45

Beyond the Frame

Dimensions53X53 MaterialsMixed media on canvas: hand-painted 3D-printed relief embellished with gold leaf, combined with acrylic paint, modeling paste, stenciling, and gold leaf in the background. SeriesMy Wonderland

In Beyond the Frame, Alice and the White Rabbit inhabit a world where time, imagination, and reality intertwine.

Surrounded by clocks, keys, and richly textured golden layers, the two familiar characters invite us to consider the choices we make and the unexpected paths they open. The White Rabbit's clock reminds us of time's constant presence, while Alice embodies curiosity and the courage to explore the unknown.

A hand-painted, 3D-printed relief emerges from the canvas, creating a dialogue between painting and sculpture. Acrylic paint, modeling paste, stencils, and gold leaf build a layered surface where every detail contributes to the story.

For me, Wonderland is not an escape from reality, but an invitation to look beyond its familiar boundaries and discover new possibilities.