A colossal hourglass stands in a cracked desert, its polished ancient metal and glass etched with intricate celestial designs. Instead of sand, dark stormy rainclouds swirl inside, lightning arcing through them as rain drips into the bottom chamber, pooling into a miniature ocean with tiny islands and boats. Surrounding the hourglass, an abstract expressionist garden emerges, with bark- like textures and nestled particles of light, painted in bold colors and energetic brushwork. Sentinels in suits and merfolk appear as abstract forms, their presence both mysterious and expressive. Overlaid with a double exposure, the scene transitions into a cozy autumn composition: a linen bag filled with rowan berry clusters and purple chrysanthemums rests on an antique wooden table. The garden beyond is alive with falling leaves caught in a gentle breeze, blending with the surreal textures of glass, clouds, and storm lighting. Distant hazy mountains contrast with the cool, dynamic energy of the storm, creating a photorealistic, mythic, and emotionally charged masterpiece that evokes both the fleeting beauty of seasons and the passage of time