'Where Fire Learns to Breathe' by Abby McCorkle

This item is an original abstract expressionist painting on canvas titled 'Where Fire Learns to Breathe,' created by the artist Abby McCorkle. The artwork is a medium-sized vertical composition featuring a vibrant and chaotic palette of primary and secondary colors, including fiery oranges, deep blues, emerald greens, and rich violets. The construction utilizes thick impasto techniques and layered glazes to create significant textural depth and a sense of movement across the surface. Notable features include the organic, swirling application of paint that suggests elemental or cosmic themes. The painting appears to be in excellent contemporary condition, exhibited in a professional gallery setting with high-quality museum lighting. It is mounted as a gallery-wrapped canvas without an external frame, highlighting its modern aesthetic. The bottom identification plaque confirms the artist's name and the specific title, dating it to the contemporary period. The craftsmanship reflects a sophisticated understanding of color theory and gestural abstraction, indicating a high level of professional artistic skill.