In the 1980s, there was a famous "singles bar" in Venice Beach, California, called Merlin McFly's. The owner commissioned Bonny Doon Studios in Santa Cruz to create stained glass windows. According to the Los Angeles Times, McFly's became not just "a magnet for Westside singles, but soon also began drawing stained glass enthusiasts from throughout the country." Merlin McFly's closed its doors in 1992.

This image of Merlin features a colorful and intricate depiction of the legendary wizard of Arthurian tales. The artwork is presented on a circular canvas, which gives it a mandala-like quality.

At the center of the composition is a prominent face with intense, striking eyes that draw immediate attention. The figure's face is detailed with symmetrical patterns, suggesting an alignment of human and more mystical or magical elements. His face is adorned with a long, flowing beard that blends into the lower half of the image with organic shapes and patterns.

Above the figure's forehead is a pine cone reminiscent of a third eye or pineal gland, often associated with enlightenment or the spiritual third eye in various esoteric traditions. The patterns around this central figure transition from tighter, intricate designs at the top to looser, more fluid forms at the bottom, as if to illustrate a transformation or energy flow.

The colors are vibrant and have a strong contrast; the blues and purples in the background form a starry night sky, while the oranges, yellows, and reds give life to the figure and the shapes that seem to emanate from or surround it. The entire artwork has a psychedelic vibe, with elements that appear in motion, suggesting a dynamic, otherworldly energy.

The edges of the image are adorned with star-like shapes that fade from white to blue, reinforcing the celestial or cosmic theme. The stars are arranged in concentric circles, adding to the mandala motif and implying a sense of cosmic order and balance.

Overall, the artwork is rich with symbolism and appears to be an homage to the mystical and magical qualities often attributed to Merlin, reimagined through a vibrant, modern artistic lens that captures the wisdom and the enchanting aspects of this mythical figure.