Lure of the Abyss
12x12 inches | Acrylic on Canvas
In the lightless depths of the ocean, the anglerfish reigns as a master of deception. Its eerie, bioluminescent lure- grown only by females- glows like a beacon, drawing curious prey closer until it’s too late to escape. In Lure of the Abyss, this haunting predator is suspended within a precise geometric framework, its wild, organic form contrasted against ordered lines and luminous color fields.
Darcy Borg captures the tension between beauty and danger, chaos and structure, using vibrant reds, glowing golds, and shifting ocean blues. The piece invites viewers to consider the seductive pull of the unknown- and the hidden costs of following the light.
Perfect for collectors who appreciate marine life, surrealism, and contemporary geometric art, this one-of-a-kind work brings the mystery of the deep sea into any space.