In "The Rising of Creation," Michael Mercier employs acrylic to craft a vibrant landscape that seems to pulse with life and energy. Painted in 2003, this 20x30 composition is a dynamic interplay of swirling colors and forms. The scene is dominated by a vivid tree on the left, its green and pink hues contrasting with the deep blues and purples of the sky and mountains. The sky itself is a tapestry of swirling blues, punctuated by a radiant celestial body that casts a gentle glow over the undulating terrain. Mercier's brushstrokes create a sense of movement, as if the landscape is in a constant state of flux, capturing the essence of creation's rise. The painting's rich palette and fluid forms invite the viewer into a world that is both fantastical and deeply connected to the natural world.

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