An impression of stillness, a celebration of light

GOLDEN HOUR 1111 38 x 67 in.; 147.32 x 170.18 cm. oil on canvas 2025

An impression of stillness, a celebration of light

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The Golden Hour 111 is a work by French–Beninese Canadian artist Kim Ahonoukoun, whose modern Impressionist style has been quietly reshaping the contemporary art landscape. Known for her meditative depictions of waterlilies, Kim transforms fleeting moments of light and reflection into paintings that speak to both serenity and resilience.

In this piece, Kim captures the glow of dusk through layered brushstrokes, shifting textures, and pastel tones. The Golden Hour 111 invites viewers into a space where time seems suspended, and the world is held in a golden hush.

Kim’s fascination with waterlilies pays homage to Claude Monet while forging a voice that is distinctly her own. With three-dimensional textures and a mastery of light, her paintings transcend the canvas, creating immersive experiences that stir both emotion and memory.

Her journey is as remarkable as her art. Having never painted before, Kim first picked up a brush at 35 after a life-changing meditation. Since then, she has established studios in Florida and London, exhibited internationally in Paris, New York, London, and Madrid, and twice been named Artist-in-Residence at the Monet Immersive Experience. Collectors around the world have embraced her work, with more than 65 of her waterlilies now in prominent collections.

The Golden Hour 111 is an invitation to pause, reflect, and experience the healing stillness of nature.

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Contemporary Impressionist

French–Beninese Canadian artist Kim Ahonoukoun has quietly become a distinctive voice in modern Impressionism, captivating collectors across the world with serene and soulful works. Splitting time between studios in Florida and London, the journey into art began at the age of 35 after a transformative moment during a guided meditation. This turning point set in motion a creative path. Twice named Artist-in-Residence at the Monet Immersive Experience in Miami and New York, the artist has painted live at Paris Fashion Week, collaborated with leading luxury brands, and exhibited work in Paris, London, New York and Madrid.

Kim Ahonoukoun has made waterlilies her main subject. Her fascination with these delicate and timeless symbols of nature speaks to her deep connection to the Impressionist tradition. Waterlilies, with their serene beauty and reflective surfaces, allow her to explore the nuances of light, texture, and the transient qualities of nature, much in the same way Monet did in his iconic series. Out of more than 80 waterlily paintings created to date, 65 are now part of private collections worldwide, demonstrating the universal appeal of this vision.With tranquil tones and immersive compositions, the paintings invite viewers into a space where art and nature meet. In the dark blue waters, blooms seem to float between reality and dream. The work celebrates resilience, serenity and the timeless beauty of the natural world, offering a fresh homage to Monet while speaking directly to today’s audience.

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An unfolding dialogue between color and light.

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