Sentinels 

Daniel Greene’s oil on canvas, ‘Sentinels’ invites us into a world of quiet observation. Greene, a renowned portraitist, shifts here to still life, arranging objects in a way that suggests a deeper narrative. In this muted green tableau, we see arrangements of bottles and jars. But our attention is drawn to the two bird-like figures standing guard. Greene’s approach to realism is not just about replication. It’s about creating an atmosphere, and posing questions of identity. These ‘sentinels’ evoke ideas of vigilance, and raise questions about what or whom they are protecting. The geometric shapes beneath the shelf introduce a subtle play of color, and disrupt the otherwise muted palette. As Greene said, ‘I am interested in the psychological implications of color’. The composition, bathed in a somber light, fosters a mood of contemplation and wonder. 'Sentinels' ultimately merges personal reflection with broader social commentary.