“Relationship” Diptych
(Acrylic) Size: 107x154cm
ABOUT THIS PAINTING
The
shape of the sculpture in last week’s post is repeated here in a painting (done
at a different time and place). You can
see a similarity even though the media used are very different. John Walters the U.S. film producer is a great lover
and collector of contemporary art. He is
quoted as saying “contemporary art is a secret club you have to join to learn
how to see”. One certainly does need to
“see” not literally but in a different way to appreciate abstract art.
Artistic techniques used in the painting:
The title of the
painting “Relationship” gives a clue to what it is about – that it is painted
as a diptych also says something about its meaning. If the painting was untitled, do you think
that you would know what its meaning is?
The enveloping forms may give you a clue.
The point of focus
is in the centre of the painting where most of the action is. This is off set by the flatness of form on either
side. The contrast between action and
stillness provides interest and variation, thus causing the viewer’s eye to
travel over the entire image.
When I am painting
with acrylics and mixed media I never am fearful of making a mistake – these
media allow for mistakes to become opportunities and a challenge to create more
depth to the image. It is like a journey
of discovery as to how far one can push the painting and still maintain a sense
of balance and beauty. The art making
process is for me, as important as the finished product. I have to be completely satisfied with the
finished painting though before it is exhibited.
The central, more
figurative part of the painting is more textured than the surrounding
planes. Again this contrast provides variety
and movement which creates visual interest.
What is your
initial response to this painting? Can
you “relate” to it?
Has your initial
response changed after reading my explanation?
Remember, your response is also about you, the viewer. Just as in a relationship, viewing a painting
is an interaction – a two way form of visual communication. Your response may reveal something about you
too. So be introspective as well as
receptive when observing.
There is a
wonderful abstract art exhibition at Rosebed Gallery, Eudlo on the Sunshine Coast which is close to where I
live. Three of the people who follow my
blog, Christine Elcoate, Ken Munsie and Wyn Vogel, are exhibiting and the
standard is very high. Visit or go to
Rosebed Gallery’s website to see their works.
Also some exciting
news…one of my paintings, titled “UP” is being reproduced in the National Rural
Health Alliance 2013 Calender. This
artwork can be seen in my #4 post on this blog.
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