The Burning Tulip (2014) captures Ospina’s fascination with the interplay between natural beauty and the volatile energy of the digital age. This work intertwines organic forms with intense digitally inspired color schemes, embodying the clash between nature and the fast-paced synthetic elements of our modern world.

The traditional symbol of the tulip is reimagined as an abstract, almost fragmented form, set ablaze with vibrant hues that evoke both vitality and destruction. Ospina’s layered technique—merging paint and digital

aesthetics—imbues the piece with a surreal, almost apocalyptic quality. The tulip’s “burning” suggests a reflection on fleeting beauty in the face of overwhelming digital consumption and environmental change.

This artwork highlights Ospina’s broader themes, exploring how technological advancements shape and sometimes distort our perceptions of nature. He invites viewers to contemplate the fragile line between natural life and the artificial realities we increasingly inhabit.