Octopus in a Purple Mason Jar – Oil Painting

16" x 20" Oil Painting on canvas by Christian Hammer 2022 of a Pink Octopus in a Purple Mason Jar
16″ x 20″ Oil Painting on canvas by Christian Hammer 2022

Oil Painting by Christian Hammer

In the painting ‘Octopus in a Purple Mason Jar’, the artist invites the viewer into a world of quiet wonder and discovery, where even the most ordinary objects can take on a life of their own.

The octopus, with its intelligent eyes and curious tentacles, seems to peer out from the mason jar, drawing us into its realm.

The artist’s use of color and texture gives the painting a dreamlike quality, as if we’re peering into another world. The purple mason jar, with its jewel-like hue, adds to the sense of magic and wonder.

The octopus, in all its complexity and otherworldliness, is a symbol of the mysteries that surround us, waiting to be explored.

The octopus, with its eight arms and bulbous head, has long been associated with mystery, intelligence, and transformation. In many cultures, the octopus is seen as a symbol of wisdom and knowledge, with its many arms representing the many paths we can take in life. The mason jar, with its glassy transparency and airtight seal, is often seen as a symbol of protection and preservation.

In this painting, the octopus and the mason jar come together to create a metaphor for the way we protect and nurture our own inner wisdom and potential.

This painting is available for purchase:

$1000 – Original

Great Pacific Octopus – Oil Painting

Giant Pacific Octopus on a blue field of swirls. oil Painting by the artist Christian Hammer
16″ x 20″ Oil painting on Canvas by the artist Christian Hammer in 2022

“Great Pacific” Oil Painting by the Artist Christian Hammer

In ‘Great Pacific Octopus’, Christian Hammer pays tribute to the Giant Pacific Octopus and the biodiversity of the ocean. Through the intricate depiction of this amazing creature, the artist invites the viewer to appreciate the beauty and wonder of the natural world. The painting also serves as a reminder to take the time to notice the small details and hidden gems that are often overlooked.

It’s a celebration of life in all its forms, from the tiniest creature to the vast ocean itself.

The painting ‘Great Pacific (Octopus)’ is an invitation to connect with the natural world and to appreciate its wonders. The central octopus, rendered in intricate detail, draws the viewer in with its vibrant colors and lifelike presence. The abstract background creates a sense of mystery and distance, as if the octopus is a window into another reality.

Through this contrast, the painting highlights the importance of finding connection and meaning in the seemingly mundane and ordinary Sometimes, it’s easy to get caught up in the busyness of life and forget to notice the small moments of beauty around us. The octopus in the painting seems to suggest that we should take a moment to stop and look more closely at the world, to find the hidden gems that are often overlooked.

The Giant Pacific Octopus is an important part of the delicate balance of life in the ocean. As a keystone species, the octopus plays a vital role in maintaining the health of the marine ecosystem. Its presence affects many other species, from the algae and kelp it eats to the fish and other creatures that feed on it.

By depicting this one species in such detail, the artist reminds us of the interconnectedness of all life and the need to protect and preserve these delicate ecosystems.

This painting is available for purchase:

SOLD – Original

$250 – for a limited run, signed & numbered print

Night Octopus – Oil Painting

Light colored octopus on a blue abstract background 'Night Octopus' is an oil painting by Washington based artist Christian Hammer
16″ x 12″ Oil painting on reclaimed wood panel by Christian Hammer in 2022

Review of Night Octopus

an Oil painting by the artist Christian Hammer

The painting ‘Night Octopus’ is a meditation on memory and the way our experiences shape our perceptions. The reclaimed wood on which the painting is created serves as a metaphor for the way our memories are layered and imperfect, with traces of the past still visible beneath the surface. The ghostly imprints of past paintings represent the way our past experiences influence our present perceptions, even if they are not always consciously remembered.

The wood in this painting has lived many lives before it became a canvas for this artwork. It was once a living tree, growing and thriving in a forest. Then it was cut down and transformed into something new, perhaps a piece of furniture or a home.

After years of use, it was eventually discarded and reclaimed, finding new purpose as the substrate for this painting.

The octopus is a fascinating creature, with its eight arms and incredible intelligence.

In this painting, the octopus represents the complexity and mystery of the human mind. Its many arms symbolize the many thoughts, memories, and ideas that constantly swirl within our minds. The swirling patterns in the background represent the way these thoughts and memories often feel abstract and hard to grasp.

In a sense, our minds are like a vast ocean, with thoughts and memories like currents and waves. The octopus in the painting is like a guide through this ocean of the mind, helping us to navigate and make sense of it all.

The purpose of this painting is to remind us that our minds are a rich and complex place, full of possibility and wonder. The octopus and the swirling patterns represent the mystery and fluidity of thought, while the reclaimed wood speaks to the endurance of the human spirit. This piece is an invitation to explore our inner worlds, and to find beauty and meaning in the depths of our own minds.