A close-up, 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 hint of a smile, exuding wisdom and warmth. His hand is raised and open, fingers slightly curled as he conjures an ethereal, fiery phoenix made entirely of shimmering flames and twisting smoke that hovers just above his palm. The fiery phoenix is brilliantly detailed, its form composed of vibrant, swirling fire and faint, smoky plumes. The creature appears alive, with its wings spread majestically, each feather flickering with a fiery glow that pulses in shades of deep orange, crimson, and gold. Its eyes burn intensely, releasing tiny sparks from its beak, casting a warm, shifting light that illuminates Gandalf’s face and hand. Delicate trails of smoke spiral off its wings and tail, fading into the surrounding air, giving it an ephemeral, almost ghostly quality. The background is a rich, dark indigo, fading into shadow to allow the glowing phoenix to stand out vividly. Soft, volumetric lighting surrounds Gandalf’s hand and the phoenix, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere as light reflects off particles of magic swirling in the air. The phoenix's flames and smoke blend seamlessly, with its wings leaving shimmering trails that drift away like the remnants of a sparkler, adding movement and a sense of wonder to the scene. Rendering Style: Hyperrealistic and finely detailed, with an emphasis on soft, realistic shadows and complex, diffused lighting. Gandalf’s robes and hand are lit by the warm glow of the phoenix, with subtle textures emphasized by the contrast of light and shadow. The painting captures an enchanting moment of magic, where every flicker of the phoenix’s fiery form and every tendril of smoke is rendered with exquisite, lifelike precision, creating a scene that feels both mystical and deeply cinematic.