Mythical Abstraction

Mythical Abstraction blends abstract and realist elements, guiding the viewer’s eye from macrocosm to microcosm while capturing nature’s ethereal beauty of nature’s organic forms. The latest body of work in this evolving series draws inspiration from the spirit of Fiji’s coral reefs and its mesmerizing underwater mythical scenes. The vibrant underwater realm became a sanctuary of rejuvenation.

Immersed in the vibrant life of the reef, Augius experienced a moment of profound stillness: suspended above a mosaic of marine life, surrounded by the rhythmic clicks of sea creatures, drifting air bubbles, and the crystalline clarity of the ocean. It was in this space—buoyant, timeless, and deeply connected to the cycles of life—that the seed of this new work was planted. Emerging from a period of personal healing after cancer, this encounter became a catalyst for renewal and artistic transformation.

The resulting paintings, created between 2022 and 2025, echo the mysterious, luminous energy of the underwater world. Executed on a larger scale and rich in layered detail, each piece becomes a portal into an ethereal, life-affirming realm where abstraction meets personal healing amongst the sacred rhythms of nature.