Wavy Retro Sun
tartagaintartagain distills the warmth of the 1970s into a rhythmic, monochromatic pulse, where solar rays become fluid, undulating waves. This piece captures the energy of a summer afternoon through the stark, high-contrast clarity of minimal graphic design.
Wavy Retro Sun
tartagain distills the warmth of the 1970s into a rhythmic, monochromatic pulse, where solar rays become fluid, undulating waves. This piece captures the energy of a summer afternoon through the stark, high-contrast clarity of minimal graphic design.
A meaningful share of this purchase goes directly to tartagain.
Every Arthaus piece supports a living artist.
Art Analysis
A Monochromatic Pulse of Vintage Solar Energy
This work reimagines the classic sunburst motif through a lens of vintage minimalism. By stripping away the expected yellows and oranges, tartagain focuses on the structural beauty of the sun’s rays, rendering them as a series of black and white bands that ripple outward with a hypnotic cadence. The composition relies on the tension between the solid central orb and the liquid movement of the surrounding lines, evoking a sense of heat and light through pure form.
Drawing on the bold aesthetic of 70s design, the piece uses repetition and curve to create a visual hum. The wavy lines suggest a natural flow, turning a static celestial body into a dynamic study of pattern and space. It is a grounded exploration of how simple geometry can capture the essence of a feeling—in this case, the radiant, expansive reach of sunshine.
The repetition of high-contrast wavy lines creates a sense of flickering movement across the flat surface.
Bold pink and blush tones are paired with sharp black lines to create a stripped-back, vintage-inspired aesthetic.
The use of acrylic on board allows for a sharp, defined composition of shapes that communicate complex emotional depths.
The bold, flat application of color and graphic clarity nods to the visual language of the Pop Art era.
Free Shipping
On all framed orders
100-Day Guarantee
Love it or return it
Gallery Quality
Museum-grade materials
Artist-Direct
Fair pay, every piece
More to Discover
More from tartagain
ArtistMore of tartagain’s work, hand-picked from the collection.
