The painting Caught You Dancing is inspired by a reggae song of the same name by the legendary band Steel Pulse. In this artwork, I wanted to capture the vibrant and lively energy of the moment when people are caught up in the joy of dance. The entire canvas is bathed in a warm orange hue, which adds to the feeling of warmth and excitement.
As the characters in the painting share a dance, they also flirt and connect with each other, fully immersed in the rhythm of the reggae music. You can almost feel the beat pulsing through the scene, as the participants move to the groove, lost in the moment. The orange tones help to highlight the intensity and passion of the dance, creating a sense of heat and movement.
Caught You Dancing is not just about the physical act of dancing, but also about the emotions and connections that come with it. It’s about how music can bring people together, allowing them to express themselves, feel the rhythm, and connect with others on a deeper level. The painting celebrates the joy of movement, the flirtation, and the shared experience of being in tune with the music and each other.
Through this piece, I aim to convey the spirit of reggae music and its ability to create a sense of unity and happiness among people. It’s a moment frozen in time, where the music and the dance take centre stage, and everything else fades away.
