Art Formats for Southwest Landscape Art & Wall Décor
Luminous Metal Print
Canvas Gallery Wrap
Luxurious Float-Frame
Gift Art Photo-Plaque
Giclée Art Print
Limited Edition
Hand-Embellished Giclée
Monolithic China: From Currency to Canvas – Capturing a Timeless View
Standing Where History Was Painted
While traveling in Guangzhou for the American Contemporary Art Show in 2019, my sponsor guided us to Xingping Ancient Town— the exact spot where the artist who created China’s 20 Yuan banknote once sat to paint. I took dozens of photos there, later recreating the scene of Monolithic China in my Sedona studio.
China’s 20 Yuan banknote
The view was breathtaking: a fisherman on a bamboo raft, calm reflections dancing on the Li River, and majestic karst mountains that rose like ancient guardians of time. In my painting, I amplified the color and energy — bringing a Southwest vibrancy to this storied landscape.
If you look closely, you’ll spot a prehistoric bird soaring in the upper left corner — a symbol of timeless freedom and the universal flight of creativity.
Monolithic China – Bridging Cultures Through Color
I named the painting Monolithic China to honor both the nation’s cultural heritage and its enduring artistic legacy. The word “monolithic” reflects the strength and unity of its mountains and people, while the composition pays homage to the grace of its river life.
As a Sedona artist, I often work inspired by the Southwest desert — but here, I felt a similar spirit of light, movement, and awe. My brush followed patterns that felt both ancient and modern, echoing the luminous artwork that defines my Sedona paintings.
This non-fluorescent piece of Monolithic China shares the chromatic intensity found in my other works like Mesmerized, Always on Vacay, The Dunes of Naples, and La Jolla — each exploring a different facet of nature’s light.
Monolithic China Artwork
Price range: $49 through $5,750
Monolithic China was inspired by my travels along the Li River, where I stood at the very spot featured on China’s 20 Yuan banknote. This luminous landscape merges East and West — a peaceful view of culture, memory, and nature seen through the eyes of a Sedona artist.
Collectors Package
“Each original includes my Signature Collector’s Edition — art with meaning.”
✨ Enjoy the story behind the art?
You’re invited to a free Sedona studio tour — see where the magic happens.
🎁 Don’t forget to join my free art giveaway for a chance to win a gallery-wrapped canvas giclée.
Monolithic China Artwork
Price range: $49 through $5,750
Monolithic China was inspired by my travels along the Li River, where I stood at the very spot featured on China’s 20 Yuan banknote. This luminous landscape merges East and West — a peaceful view of culture, memory, and nature seen through the eyes of a Sedona artist.
Collectors Package
“Each original includes my Signature Collector’s Edition — art with meaning.”
✨ Enjoy the story behind the art?
You’re invited to a free Sedona studio tour — see where the magic happens.
🎁 Don’t forget to join my free art giveaway for a chance to win a gallery-wrapped canvas giclée.
Art Formats for Southwest Landscape Art & Wall Décor
Luminous Metal Print
Canvas Gallery Wrap
Luxurious Float-Frame
Gift Art Photo-Plaque
Giclée Art Print
Limited Edition
Hand-Embellished Giclée
Monolithic China: From Currency to Canvas – Capturing a Timeless View
Standing Where History Was Painted
While traveling in Guangzhou for the American Contemporary Art Show in 2019, my sponsor guided us to Xingping Ancient Town— the exact spot where the artist who created China’s 20 Yuan banknote once sat to paint. I took dozens of photos there, later recreating the scene of Monolithic China in my Sedona studio.
China’s 20 Yuan banknote
The view was breathtaking: a fisherman on a bamboo raft, calm reflections dancing on the Li River, and majestic karst mountains that rose like ancient guardians of time. In my painting, I amplified the color and energy — bringing a Southwest vibrancy to this storied landscape.
If you look closely, you’ll spot a prehistoric bird soaring in the upper left corner — a symbol of timeless freedom and the universal flight of creativity.
Monolithic China – Bridging Cultures Through Color
I named the painting Monolithic China to honor both the nation’s cultural heritage and its enduring artistic legacy. The word “monolithic” reflects the strength and unity of its mountains and people, while the composition pays homage to the grace of its river life.
As a Sedona artist, I often work inspired by the Southwest desert — but here, I felt a similar spirit of light, movement, and awe. My brush followed patterns that felt both ancient and modern, echoing the luminous artwork that defines my Sedona paintings.
This non-fluorescent piece of Monolithic China shares the chromatic intensity found in my other works like Mesmerized, Always on Vacay, The Dunes of Naples, and La Jolla — each exploring a different facet of nature’s light.