A captivating oil painting featuring a purple dragon with shimmering scales, portrayed using heavy impasto techniques, merges elements of cosmic horror and surreal beauty. The dragon's eyes glimmer with an otherworldly luminescence, evoking a sense of ancient knowledge and mystery. In the background, distant galaxies and nebulae swirl, their colors blending seamlessly with the dragon's skin, creating an ethereal and foreboding atmosphere. Detailed textures and intricate patterns adorn the dragon's wings and body, reminiscent of elegant and sophisticated concept art, evoking the influence of master artist Craig Mullins. The composition is both haunting and mesmerizing, drawing the viewer into its enigmatic depths.