Attitude
series
Attitude series, 2023 Rogue Artists’ Studios, solo exhibition
Attitude Series Exploring Diversity in Form and Expression
The Attitude series is a dynamic exploration of artistic styles and human forms, unified by a consistent format and medium. Each piece in this collection, measuring 120 x 90 cm, is created on paper, which has become my primary medium, offering exceptional freedom of expression.
Stylistic Diversity
The series showcases a wide range of artistic approaches, from bold, colourful compositions to more subdued, sketch-like renderings. This diversity reflects the multifaceted nature of human attitudes and emotions.
Common Thread
Despite stylistic variations, the series maintains cohesion through its uniform size and use of paper as the main medium. This consistency in format creates a visual rhythm when the works are viewed together.
Freedom of Expression
Paper as the primary medium provides me with unlimited creative possibilities. Its natural properties allow for spontaneous and direct expression of artistic visions. Unlike traditional canvas, paper enables me to quickly capture ideas, experiment with various techniques, and easily make changes. This flexibility makes me feel unrestricted in my artistic expression, allowing for a more authentic representation of emotions and ideas in my work.
Human Form
The central theme revolves around the human figure, portrayed in various poses and states. These figures serve as conduits for exploring different attitudes, moods, and body language.
Colour and Line
The interplay between vivid colours and strong, expressive lines is a recurring element. Some pieces burst with vibrant hues, while others rely on the power of monochromatic schemes and gestural marks.
Emotional Range
Each piece in the Attitude series captures a distinct emotional state or personality, ranging from introspective and subdued to bold and assertive.
Experimental Approach
The series demonstrates an experimental spirit, pushing the boundaries of figurative representation and abstract expression on paper.
Paper as the leading medium in my art opens up new artistic possibilities. Its flexibility and immediacy allow me to quickly capture fleeting emotions and gestures while enabling a deeper exploration of form and colour. Choosing paper as the primary carrier of my art reflects my pursuit of authenticity and directness in artistic expression.
This Attitude series, exhibited at Rogue Artists Studios in 2022, stands as a testament to the versatility of paper as a medium and the expressive potential of the human form in art. Through this collection, I invite viewers to explore the myriad ways in which attitude can be visually represented and interpreted while celebrating paper as a tool for artistic freedom and discovery.
Attitude Series
120 x 95 cm, acrylic, mixed media, ink on paper, 2022-2023
