The Light Shineth in Darkness and the Darkness Comprehendeth It Not 1906

Evelyn De Morgan made *The Light Shineth in Darkness and the Darkness Comprehendeth It Not* with oil paint, and it’s a total trip. The way she handles light is just so luminous and otherworldly. Check out the angel’s wings, how the colours blend seamlessly, creating this shimmering effect. It's like she's not just painting what she sees but what she *feels*, you know? Her process is all about layering and blending, letting the colours interact on the canvas to evoke a sense of spiritual awakening. The textures are smooth, and the paint isn’t overworked, giving the whole piece a dreamy, ethereal vibe. The way De Morgan juxtaposes the dark, earthy tones of the figures below with the radiant light above is so powerful. It reminds me of some of the Symbolist painters like Gustave Moreau, who were all about exploring the inner realms of the psyche. But De Morgan brings her own unique sensibility, embracing ambiguity and inviting us to find our own meanings within her work.