GALLERYONE962 is pleased to invite you to the exhibition The Poetics of Blue: Emotions Without Borders, running from November 10 to December 10, 2024. This showcase is dedicated to blue as a medium of abstract expression. We are seeking works that delve into the evocative essence of this color, interpreted through abstraction in its many forms and techniques. Selected pieces should reveal the power of blue to transcend material boundaries and resonate with the deepest chords of the human soul.
> In an abstract painting, blue is the echo of infinity, a whisper of lightness that invites the viewer beyond the limits of reality. As a symbol of sky and sea, it encompasses the vastness and serenity of the universe, while also holding unfathomable depths. In its pure transparency, it caresses the soul, guiding it into a contemplative calm that opens the doors to an inner journey.
In this formless state, blue becomes a space where emotions flow freely, evoking the freedom of spirit and a hidden harmony within chaos. At times melancholic, it speaks without words, conveying what only color can reveal.
Works may explore other tones, but blue must remain the undisputed protagonist.
Details:
3 artworks per artist
Registration deadline (including extra time): November 5
Register by email: galleryone962@gmail.com
My journey from graphic designer to artist
As a professional art director and graphic designer, I have furthered my studies of the perception of forms and colour harmonies over the last few years. I’ve always been motivated by a deep passion and curiosity for creativity—in particular, the history of graphic design through the study of historic and contemporary masters. Among these figures, I was particularly drawn to Paula Scher who, citing Russell Baker, spoke about the difference between a serious and a solemn work.
Solemnity, in artistic terms, refers to a creation that draws inspiration from or attempts to imitate a prior serious work. Seriousness encompasses a personal challenge to push the boundaries of one's creative capabilities, striving to deliver the absolute best for each project, even in unexplored territory. This stimulates one to investigate, experiment, and acquire more experience in order to give life to a powerful and innovative way of communication.
INTERVIEW
1) How did you begin your journey in the art world?
I have only recently started painting, but art has always profoundly influenced me. Until I was 14, I lived outside the city, in a place surrounded by nature: beautiful but isolated. I spent my afternoons leafing through the volumes of the ‘Masters of Color’ art series and immersing myself in the paintings I saw.
During my years at classical high school, I was fortunate enough to take private lessons in drawing and painting techniques. I drew figurative works and life studies, but I was captivated by abstract art, allowing for complete freedom of thought and interpretation.
I then discovered that the whole world of abstract imagery fit perfectly into the professional figure of a graphic designer, and after a long career as a professional and teacher in the field, I felt an overwhelming urge to apply my skills to a personal artistic project—creating pictorial, not digital, art!
2) Where do you draw inspiration for your abstract works?
My abstract art is based on the study of the circle. Of all the geometric forms, the circle is the most harmonious and full of positive meanings. It represents the cyclical nature of life, a continuous flow of energy, and is a powerful symbol of spirituality.
I explored the circle in depth: multiplying it, reducing it, enlarging it, shifting it. I worked on compositions of circles of different sizes, intersecting and losing their individuality to form a harmonious whole, a symbol of union and synergistic exchange.
This study led me to discover a pattern that has become the basis of my Rotations series and which I use in every variation of my work. It is my creative secret that I jealously guard!
Regarding the study of colour harmonies, I draw inspiration mainly from natural elements: flowers, skies, seas, rural or mountainous landscapes, but also from the colours found in the works of great masters of the past who remain close to my heart, such as Balla, Morandi, Rotcko, Delaunay, to name a few.
3) How do you select colours, shapes, and textures for your pieces?
My art delves deeply into the study of colours, their combinations, and the emotions they evoke. I take pleasure in designing paintings that harmonise with the environments where they will be placed. To achieve this, I use a diverse palette, ranging from vibrant hues to softer tones, and even monochromatic pieces.
4) What techniques do you use to bring your creations to life?
I paint with acrylics on canvas. My painting is always freehand, without the use of masking.
5) Do you identify with a particular artistic movement or style?
My style is abstract and geometric. My primary reference is modernism, particularly Abstract Expressionism. I also love the Bauhaus, the Arts & Crafts movement, and Secessionism.
6) What is your creative process like? Do you follow a precise plan, or do you let instinct and emotions guide you?
My process is very precise. I start with digital studies and then mix the acrylic colours according to the digital version that convinces me the most. Acrylics always have a softness and fullness that satisfies me compared to the digital version, which I find colder.
I number the colours, because the chromatic differences I apply are often almost imperceptible, and it would be risky to confuse them. I proceed with a pencil sketch of the composition, using a compass, and then cover the canvas with acrylic gesso before starting the painting. I strive for uniform colour fields, which is why I reapply each colour 3 to 5 or even 6 times (reds are the least covering) to achieve the desired result.
7) What message do you wish to convey through your works?
I seek harmony in the composition of shapes and colour combinations to bring beauty and positive sensations to the spaces and the people who inhabit them.
I also carefully design the colour harmonies of my paintings in relation to the environment in which they will be placed. Some colours help with relaxation and meditation, creating a sense of calm, while others are charged with energy and stimulate activity.
The compositional power of my work draws attention and, like mandalas, promotes a sense of peace, relaxation, and freedom of thought.
8) What are your goals or aspirations as an abstract artist?
I would like abstract art to be increasingly considered in the projects of interior designers, architects, and decorators. It is often seen as a superfluous service, but I believe that integrating art into spaces is essential, not trivial. For this reason, I reach out to them to motivate them to propose commissioned works that enhance environments with the right harmony and perceptible energy through colour.
9) Do you have any future projects or dreams you’d like to share with us?
Beyond art, I am delighted to announce a collaboration with Boralevi of Florence, a prestigious company that produces high-quality designer rugs. They have created my first artistic rug, a luxurious wool and silk piece, hand-knotted in Nepal by master craftsmen.
In the future, I would love to see my art applied to other home and personal objects. I have many ideas in mind that I hope will come to life soon!
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