New painting for auction

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Pepper the Kat

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

Size: 24” x 18”

Artist: Laszlo J Katona

Description / Artist Statement:

“Pepper the Kat” emerges from a kaleidoscopic forest, a surreal creature whose oversized eyes reflect both innocence and mystery. The composition blends stained-glass precision with free-flowing color, creating a balance between order and imagination. Every swirl, curve, and burst of pigment suggests motion and spirit, giving Pepper a personality that feels both playful and watchful.

This work captures the essence of curiosity and wonder, inviting viewers into a colorful world where animals are guardians of joy and creativity. Pepper, perched gracefully among a luminous backdrop, is both a character and a companion—an artistic embodiment of energy, vibrancy, and curiosity.

Artist Interpretation – Pepper the Kat

“Pepper the Kat” is a playful yet deeply symbolic expression of curiosity and imagination. The wide, gleaming eyes suggest a soul that sees far beyond the surface—into realms of wonder, mystery, and untold stories. The cat’s form, woven from spirals, swirls, and bursts of color, reflects the layered emotions and energies that surround us in daily life.

The vibrant palette, shifting from warm ambers to cool blues and lush greens, represents the constant dance between comfort and exploration, safety and adventure. The fractured, stained-glass quality of the lines symbolizes how experiences—both light and shadow—piece together the character of a being.

Perched among flowing trees and glowing orbs, Pepper becomes more than just a whimsical feline. It is an emblem of the inner child, the guardian of creative spirit, and the reminder that joy and curiosity are guiding lights on the journey through life.

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