A close-up, cinematic painting depicts Gandalf the Grey from the chest up with an intimate crop, looking directly at the viewer with a gentle, knowing smile. His hand is raised, palm open with fingers slightly curled, conjuring an ethereal, fiery phoenix made entirely of fireworks and smoke that hovers above his palm. The phoenix is exquisitely detailed, its form a dance of vibrant, swirling fire and faint, smoky wisps. The creature seems alive, its wings gracefully extended, each feather flickering with a fiery glow in deep orange, crimson, and gold. Its eyes burn intensely as it releases tiny sparks from its beak, casting a warm, dynamic light that bathes Gandalf’s face and hand. Trails of smoke spiral from its wings and tail, fading into the air with an ephemeral, ghostly quality. The background is a rich, deep indigo, darkening into shadow to let the glowing phoenix stand out vividly. Soft, volumetric lighting envelops Gandalf’s hand and the phoenix, creating depth and atmosphere as light reflects off magical dust particles in the air. The phoenix's flames and smoke blend seamlessly, with its tail and wings leaving shimmering trails reminiscent of a sparkler's remnants, adding movement and wonder to the scene. The rendering style is hyperrealistic and finely detailed, emphasizing soft, realistic shadows and complex, diffused lighting. Gandalf’s robes and hand are illuminated by the warm glow of the phoenix, with subtle textures highlighted by the interplay of light and shadow. This enchanting moment of magic captures every flicker of the phoenix’s fiery form and each tendril of smoke with exquisite, lifelike precision, creating a mystical, deeply cinematic scene.