This captivating oil painting portrays a golden fish with a charming expression, reminiscent of a koi, as it swims through water captured with expressive, textured brush strokes reminiscent of graffiti-style art. The artwork channels elements from styles akin to Ralph Steadman and Louis Wain, resulting in a piece that resonates with the spontaneity of Steadman’s splattered, dynamic forms and the whimsical, surreal quality of Wain. Set against an isolated white background, the vivid orange hues of the fish contrast strikingly with the minimalist setting, accentuated by vintage, distressed effects including paint splashes and drips that add an antique touch. The fish’s pronounced, big eyes further evoke a sense of personality and liveliness. The overall piece, bordered with a refined white frame and documented in high-resolution studio photography, echoes the complexities of Van Gogh’s famed textural strokes, particularly highlighted in areas marked “L’Apollo C”. The choice to create such dynamic, realistic AI art using –sref in MidJourney underscores the potential of digital tools in crafting ultra-realistic and emotionally engaging artworks that breathe life and story into each detail.