Stairway to Hell

Oil on wood.

40x30x1.25"

This painting unfolds as a surreal ascent—both literal and symbolic. A staircase rendered in cool blues and purples rises diagonally through the composition, bordered by railings that guide the eye upward. At its base, the number 5 is embedded within a swirling blue structure, its prominence suggesting symbolic weight: transition, instability, or perhaps a fifth chapter in an unfolding narrative.
The environment surrounding the staircase is vibrant and disorienting. A figure stands at the top, partially obscured by abstract forms and a bold orange mass that dominates the upper right quadrant. This figure, caught between emergence and concealment, adds a sense of mystery and psychological tension. The background shifts between green and yellow fields dotted with pink, evoking a fantastical landscape or dreamlike foliage.
Singer’s palette is exuberant—orange, blue, green, and pink collide in a way that resists spatial logic but amplifies emotional resonance. The brushwork is loose and layered, creating a dynamic surface that feels in motion. The composition invites readings of personal journey, creative elevation, or the surreal architecture of memory.