Artists Statement for my Entry into the Martin Hanson annual show in Gladstone, Queensland.
Title: "Stand. Hold back the voices" also Titled: “Standing. Holding back the voices.”
My artwork, "Stand. Hold back the voices", is a vibrant exploration of the juxtaposition between simplicity and complexity. The focal point is the girl with the dramatic pink hair, which cascades down like a waterfall, symbolising purity and exuberance.
The painting is a multilayered composition of vivid and contrasting colours that celebrate the power of contrast and the courage it takes to navigate life's intricate challenges. Through a dance of dark versus light values, large versus small shapes, and expressive gestural lines, the artwork portrays the complexities of existence, and imbues the piece with a profound complexity that mirrors the intricacies of life itself.
The subject, a girl, is embraced within an inverted U, a protective and comforting embrace that represents life's diverse textures, shapes, and influences, that is encircled by a tapestry ranging from the vivid and vibrant to the subtle and muted.
I intentionally integrate rough patches, and those where the paint has flowed freely, weaving its path both across and behind the figure, evoking a sense of the unexpected and the untamed nature of existence.
Upon viewing this artwork, I aim to evoke a spectrum of emotions and moods in the observer. The dynamic interplay of colours and textures invites viewers to experience a sense of vitality, courage, and the beauty found within life's complexities. The bold contrasts and expressive lines offer a visual journey that speaks to the resilience and strength of the human spirit, ultimately leaving the observer with a feeling of awe and inspiration.
OK That's the official statement.
Now for some personal observations about what and how.
HOW Standing Developed.
AbEx is the how. It is one of my goto processes when I need to paint. With expression. With boldness. And, with abandon.
Looking at the piece you can identify 2 or 3 layers of abstract marks. The base was dark with sweeps of white and orange and a touch of soft blue. The next layer added texture by way of thick acrylic paint. Heavy hands of the brush, looking for shapes in contrasts and textures. The final layer was fluid, applied quickly to give impression of self-directed movement.
Title: "Stand. Hold back the voices" also Titled: “Standing. Holding back the voices.”
My artwork, "Stand. Hold back the voices", is a vibrant exploration of the juxtaposition between simplicity and complexity. The focal point is the girl with the dramatic pink hair, which cascades down like a waterfall, symbolising purity and exuberance.
The painting is a multilayered composition of vivid and contrasting colours that celebrate the power of contrast and the courage it takes to navigate life's intricate challenges. Through a dance of dark versus light values, large versus small shapes, and expressive gestural lines, the artwork portrays the complexities of existence, and imbues the piece with a profound complexity that mirrors the intricacies of life itself.
The girl is braced within an inverted U, a protective and comforting embrace that represents life's diverse textures, shapes, and influences, that is encircled by a tapestry ranging from the vivid and vibrant to the subtle and muted. I intentionally integrate rough patches, and those where the paint has flowed freely, weaving its path both across and behind the figure, evoking a sense of the unexpected and the untamed nature of existence.
Upon viewing this artwork, I aim to evoke a spectrum of emotions and moods in the observer. The dynamic interplay of colours and textures invites viewers to experience a sense of vitality, courage, and the beauty found within life's complexities. The bold contrasts and expressive lines offer a visual journey that speaks to the resilience and strength of the human spirit, ultimately leaving the observer with a feeling of awe and inspiration.
Finally, the face. Facing the view, solid, stern with touches of deep black and pink. Attempting to hold back the noises threatening to invade her spaces.
Contact Information: Jennifer M Ryan
Phone: 0411247511
Email: email jennie@duck.com
URL: at https://www.jennifermryan.com