Description
beginning of ’92, 1992
Acrylic on canvas
Signed
32 x 32 in. (frame)
original, includes certificate of authenticity from ArtTrust
This artwork “Beginning of ’92” combines a vivid interplay of colors, creating a dynamic landscape that seems to exist within multiple layers of reality. The central image appears framed, offering a “painting within a painting” effect, where the inside frame shows a clearer representation of the landscape, while the outer areas are more abstract and fluid. The colors are predominantly warm with tones of yellow and orange, complemented by hints of green and blue, evoking a sense of energy and motion.
The artwork reflects the Zen principle of the “present moment” as the true landscape of existence. The boundary between the framed inner image and the outer surroundings symbolizes the illusionary separation between our perceived reality and the boundless nature of existence. The flowing colors outside the frame suggest the impermanence of form and the constant flux of life, inviting the viewer to transcend rigid distinctions and experience the world as an interconnected whole.
In terms of I Ching, the artwork could be associated with Hexagram 11, “Peace” (泰, Tài). This hexagram signifies the harmony between Heaven and Earth, a balance where energies flow smoothly. The clearer, framed landscape could represent the phase of tranquility and balance, while the turbulent colors outside reflect the cycles of change that lead to either chaos or renewal. It suggests a period of equilibrium followed by inevitable transformation, emphasizing the cyclical nature of all things.
This piece explores the concept of boundaries and transitions, both in the material world and within the mind. The distinct separation between the framed inner scene and the outer fluid colors evokes the idea of perception’s limitations, questioning what is real and what is merely a mental construct. The dynamic energy outside the frame can be interpreted as representing subconscious thoughts, emotions, and the forces that shape our understanding, while the central image reflects our attempts to structure and contain the complexity of experience.
The work carries echoes of Romanticism, especially in its focus on nature and emotional expression, but it also hints at Symbolism through the layered representation. The vivid colors and textured brushwork bring to mind the works of Van Gogh or Turner, where the interplay of light and movement is emphasized. The “painting within a painting” approach may also suggest influences from modernist techniques like Cubism, where different perspectives are integrated within a single frame to challenge the viewer’s perception. There may even be hidden forms or imagery embedded in the brushstrokes that encourage deeper introspection.
In this artwork, the themes of perception, nature, and transformation converge, prompting a meditation on the nature of reality and the fluidity of existence.
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