Summary

Beginning 2, print is an artist-directed color-variant edition by Anne Reid Artist — the same vertical composition as the original painting Beginning, transformed from deep pre-dawn navy into vivid cyan and electric turquoise. Where the original holds the darkness of Genesis 1:2, this edition carries the light of Genesis 1:3: and God said, let there be light. Available on archival paper, canvas, metal, and acrylic.

Artwork Statement

I painted Beginning in the dark — deep navy, barely a glow, the Spirit hovering over formless waters. When I prepared the color-variant edition, I shifted the palette toward vivid cyan and turquoise: the same void, the same arc of water in the mid-field, the same composition — but the light has arrived. The two versions are the same moment in two states. Genesis 1:2 and Genesis 1:3. Darkness, then light. Both true. Both necessary.

Variation & Edition Notes

Beginning 2, print is an Artist-Directed Color-Variant Edition of the original painting Beginning (2017, acrylic on canvas, 24 × 36 in). The composition is identical — same arc, same luminous upper form, same sweeping lower field. The palette has been shifted from the original's deep navy and restrained aqua-teal toward vivid cyan, electric turquoise, and brilliant white at the light source. The original painting is itself an underpainting state of the larger Genesis painting; this print edition therefore carries a dual lineage: a color variant of an underpainting. No compositing; no AI-generated content.

Color & Mood

• Vivid cyan and electric turquoise dominate — the palette of creation-light rather than pre-creation dark
• A brilliant white core at the upper-centre radiates outward into intense turquoise; the lower field is cobalt and royal blue with strong cyan notes
• Canvas texture fully visible throughout — the brushwork and weave are part of the visual experience
• A faint arc crosses the mid-field, catching turquoise light — reads as a waterline or horizon
• Bold and luminous — more energetic and vivid than the original; suited to spaces that can hold strong color

Design Notes

• Vertical format (2:3) — the upward movement of the luminous form suits tall walls, narrow spaces, and corridor focal points
• The vivid cyan-turquoise palette is striking against white, grey, and warm neutral walls
• Works beautifully with natural materials — linen, timber, stone — where the electric blue provides contrast without coldness
• Strong enough to anchor a room alone; composed enough to pair in a gallery arrangement

Where It Works

• Living rooms and dining rooms where a bold, vivid focal piece is wanted
• Prayer rooms and contemplative spaces — the Genesis 1 resonance is strong and immediate
• Bedrooms and reading corners where the turquoise palette creates a cool, enlivening presence
• Hospitality, wellness, and spa interiors — the vivid aqua reads as water, depth, and refreshment
• Hallways and entries — the vertical format and strong color command a narrow wall with authority

Pairing Ideas

• Third Day, print — Genesis 1:9 companion; the water-and-light theme continues from day one to day three
• Advent 7, print — square cool counterpoint in the same blue-teal family; the spiral adds calm rhythm
• Angelic, print — vertical companion in the same airy aqua register; the two work as a quiet flanking pair

Further Reading

• What Is Prophetic Art — an introduction to the contemplative, scripture-rooted practice behind this work

Print Options & Materials

• Archival paper — giclée; frame under UV-protective glazing; the vivid cyan reads beautifully on paper
• Canvas — gallery-wrapped; ready to hang; the canvas texture complements the visible brushwork of the original closely
• Metal (ChromaLuxe) — the electric turquoise and brilliant white core intensify on metal; humidity-friendly
• Acrylic facemount — glass-like depth and brilliant clarity; the vivid palette is particularly striking behind acrylic

Bathroom Suitability

Metal or acrylic facemount for humid bathrooms — both moisture-resistant and wipe-clean. The vivid aqua palette makes this print a natural choice for spa-like bathroom environments. Glazed archival paper suits dry powder rooms. Canvas not recommended for high-humidity bathrooms.

Available sizes, media, framing, finishing, and greeting-card options appear in the product dropdown menu above; for more help choosing medium, framing, finishing, size, or placement, visit my Sizing & Placement Advice page.

Sizing Guidance

• Available sizes: 16 × 24, 20 × 30, 24 × 36 in
• Vertical format (2:3) — aim for artwork width approximately 60–75% of the furniture span below it; center height around 57–60 in from the floor
• 16 × 24 in — strong accent size; suits a reading nook, narrow hallway wall, or bedside placement
• 20 × 30 in — a commanding presence above a console, dresser, or in a prayer corner
• 24 × 36 in — full statement scale matching the original canvas dimensions; anchors a room with authority
• For help choosing the right size or placement for your space, visit my Sizing & Placement Advice page

Quality & Care

Produced to archival standards by my professional print lab partner. Paper: frame behind UV-protective glass; keep from direct sunlight. Metal and canvas: ready to hang. Wipe metal and acrylic gently with a soft dry cloth.

Shipping & Fulfillment

Orders are produced to order and shipped by my professional print lab partner in the United States. Production and transit times vary by size and finish; tracking is provided when your artwork ships. International orders may be subject to local duties, taxes, or import fees at delivery.

Integrity Notes

This print is an Artist-Directed Color-Variant Edition of the original painting Beginning (2017, acrylic on canvas, 24 × 36 in). The composition is identical to the original; the palette has been shifted from deep navy toward vivid cyan and electric turquoise. The original painting is itself an underpainting state of the Genesis painting — this edition therefore carries a dual lineage: a color variant of an underpainting. No compositing; no AI-generated content. Standard print preparation only: color management, dust cleanup, and size-appropriate sharpening.

Copyright & Credits

© 2017, 2020 Anne Reid Artist. All rights reserved. Original painting: Beginning, 2017, acrylic on canvas, 24 × 36 in; studio, available.

Notes from the Studio

The original Beginning is the underpainting state of the Genesis painting — it holds the darkness before light arrived. Beginning 2 is the same composition in the moment after. Both versions are available as prints; the original painting is in the studio if you are interested. 

Need sizing or placement advice? Visit my Sizing & Placement Advice page or contact me: info@annereidartist.com