Firebird

About this artwork

In Firebird, the interplay of black and white enhances the mystique and movement within the composition, evoking the dramatic contrasts of light and shadow. The dancing woman, infused with grace and energy, echoes Balanchine’s Firebird. The bird’s feather, a symbol of transformation and destiny, floats seamlessly among the apple trees, whose ripe fruit suggests temptation, knowledge, or a fleeting moment of beauty. The limited yet striking color palette intensifies the dreamlike quality, allowing the viewer to focus on form, movement, and the emotional depth of the scene.