The colours of the iris

by Christian Ovís

A wide, sharp close-up shows the colours of the iris. Surrounding the black pupil is a striking ring of yellow, orange and green, with turquoise and dark blue along the outer edge. A bright white reflection at the top gives the eye a gleam. Long, dark eyelashes frame the upper part; at the bottom, smaller hairs and fine skin folds are visible. The light white of the eye forms a clear contrast with the dark edge of the iris.

The composition focuses attention on the colour patterns in the centre. Whimsical bands fan outwards from the pupil and appear to intertwine. Cool shades of blue alternate with warm, almost golden-yellow accents. The curved eyelids form a natural frame around this pattern. Thanks to the narrow crop, even the small reflections, veins and textures remain clearly visible. The black pupil provides a calm focal point amidst the multitude of colours.

This expressive eye artwork suits a modern interior requiring a striking focal point. In a living room, study or creative space, the piece can complement turquoise, dark blue and warm yellow accents. A plain wall allows the fine details to come into their own. The work combines a recognisable human gaze with an almost abstract landscape of colour, light and texture.