A close-up, cinematic painting of Gandalf the Grey, captured from the chest up with a focused, intimate crop. He gazes directly at the viewer, a gentle hint of a smile in his eyes, exuding wisdom and warmth. His upraised hand is open, fingers slightly curled as he conjures an ethereal, luminous dragon made entirely of swirling light and mist that hovers just above his palm. The dragon is intricately detailed, its form composed of vibrant, dancing luminescence and delicate, wispy smoke. It appears alive, gracefully coiling in mid-air, each scale shimmering with a dynamic glow that pulses in shades of deep orange, crimson, and gold. Its eyes burn brightly, and tiny sparks escape its open jaws, casting a warm, shifting light that illuminates Gandalf’s face and hand. Delicate trails of smoke spiral off its wings and tail, dissolving into the surrounding air, giving it an ephemeral, almost ghostly presence. The background is a rich, dark blue, fading into shadow to let the glowing dragon stand out vividly. Soft, volumetric lighting surrounds Gandalf’s hand and the dragon, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere as light reflects off floating particles of magic dust. The dragon's luminous form blends seamlessly, with its tail and wings leaving sparkling trails that drift away like fading stardust, adding movement and a sense of wonder to the scene. Rendering Style: Hyperrealistic and finely detailed, with an emphasis on soft, realistic shadows and intricate, diffused lighting. Gandalf’s robes and hand are bathed in the warm glow of the dragon, with subtle textures highlighted by the play of light and shadow. The painting captures an enchanting moment of magic, where every flicker of the dragon’s radiant form and every tendril of smoke is rendered with exquisite, lifelike precision, creating a scene that feels both mystical and deeply cinematic.