A close-up, cinematic painting of Gandalf the Grey from the chest up, where he gazes directly into the viewer's eyes, his expression warm and wise, with a subtle smile playing on his lips. His hand is raised, fingers gently arched, as he conjures a mystical, fiery phoenix made of dazzling fireworks and smoke that hovers just above his palm. This phoenix is richly detailed, its form a captivating blend of vibrant flames and delicate, smoky tendrils. It seems alive, wings majestically unfurled, each feather shimmering with fiery hues of deep orange, crimson, and gold. Its eyes burn fiercely, and its beak releases tiny sparks, bathing Gandalf’s face and hand in a warm, flickering glow. Wisps of smoke trail elegantly from its wings and tail, dissolving into the air and lending it a ghostly, ephemeral aura. The background is an intense, dark navy blue that shadows into obscurity, highlighting the phoenix's luminescence. Soft, atmospheric lighting envelops Gandalf’s hand and the phoenix, adding depth and vibrancy as magical motes dance in the air. The phoenix’s fire and smoke merge seamlessly, with shimmering trails from its tail and wings that fade away like trails of a sparkler, imbuing the scene with motion and wonder. The rendering style is hyperrealistic and meticulously detailed, with an emphasis on gentle, realistic shadows and complex, ambient lighting. Gandalf’s robes and hand glow warmly under the phoenix’s light, their textures accented by the play of light and shadow. This painting captures a wondrous moment of enchantment, with every flicker of the phoenix’s fiery form and each swirl of smoke depicted with breathtaking precision, creating a scene that feels both magical and intimately cinematic.