After Rothko
Pastel on Fabriano Cold Pressed Watercolour paper
70 x 50 cm
Unframed
376ASF
"After Rothko" is a testament to the enduring legacy of an artist who understood that colour, in its purest form, can speak directly to the soul. This captivating pastel drawing on Fabriano Cold Pressed Watercolour paper, measuring 70 x 50 cm. This artwork pays homage to the iconic Abstract Expressionist, Marc Rothko, renowned for his profound exploration of colour and its emotional resonance in his late works.
In this piece, the spirit of Rothko is evoked through a masterful use of pastels, capturing the essence of his colour field paintings. Rothko, a pioneer of the Abstract Expressionist movement, believed in the emotive power of colour to convey complex, innermost feelings. His late works, characterised by large, hovering forms of intense colour, sought to create a deeply immersive experience for the viewer.
"After Rothko" delves into the language of colour as a conduit for emotions. The pastel hues intermingle and overlap, creating a harmonious yet dynamic composition. The deliberate choice of Fabriano Cold Pressed Watercolour paper adds texture, enhancing the tactile and visual experience of the artwork.
Much like Rothko's approach, this piece invites contemplation. The colors are not just pigments on paper; they are vessels of emotion and conduits of expression. The interplay of tones suggests a dialogue, a visual poetry that transcends the physicality of the medium.
The homage to Rothko extends beyond mere replication; it is an exploration of the enduring impact of color on the human psyche. Each shade is a brushstroke of emotion, inviting the viewer to connect with the profound, the subtle, and the ineffable.
© Stephanie Fuller (Burns) 2023
- Subject Matter: Flowers
- Created: October 10, 2023
- Collections: Abstraction, Pastels