A cinematic painting of Gandalf the Grey, captured from the chest up with a focused, intimate crop. He gazes directly into the viewer’s eyes, a gentle smile playing on his lips, radiating wisdom and warmth. His hand is raised and open, fingers gracefully curled as he conjures a luminous, fiery phoenix made of fireworks and smoke that hovers above his palm. The phoenix is detailed, with its form composed of vibrant, swirling fire and delicate, smoky wisps. It appears alive, its wings unfurling gracefully in mid-air, each feather pulsing with fiery hues of deep orange, crimson, and gold. Its eyes are intense, and its beak releases tiny sparks, casting a warm light that illuminates Gandalf’s face and hand. Trails of smoke spiral from its wings and tail, fading into the air with an ephemeral quality. The background is a deep, rich blue, fading into shadow to contrast with the glowing phoenix. Soft, volumetric lighting surrounds Gandalf’s hand and the phoenix, creating depth and atmosphere with light reflecting off magic dust in the air. The smoke and fire of the phoenix blend seamlessly, with its wings leaving shimmering trails that drift away like the remnants of a sparkler, adding movement and wonder to the scene. Rendering Style: Hyperrealistic and finely detailed, with emphasis on soft, realistic shadows and complex lighting. Gandalf’s robes and hand are lit by the glow of the phoenix, with subtle textures highlighted by the play of light and shadow. The painting captures an enchanting moment of magic with every flicker and wisp rendered in lifelike precision, creating a scene both mystical and cinematic.