"Exchange" is an original painting that embodies the natural processes of weather, time, cause and effect. It celebrates the beauty of imperfection and a well-worn surface, offering a unique aesthetic that is both striking and captivating. The painting is developed as a visceral response to the environment, with ambiguous organic forms emerging from a play on negative and positive space. With "Exchange," you can bring the beauty of nature into your home and add a touch of originality to any space. Framed in a varnished gallery floating frame 20" x 16".
The artwork is an abstract painting with a rich texture and a complex composition. It features a variety of colors and shapes, with sections that seem to be layered upon one another. The top-left corner of the canvas is dominated by a bright red shape, resembling a distorted heart or a droplet, which starkly contrasts with the mostly cool color palette of blues, whites, and grays that surround it.
There are multiple geometric and irregular forms throughout the painting, some with clearly defined edges in shades of blue, orange, black, and red, while others are more subdued with fainter boundaries. The use of yellow and golden colors on the right side adds warmth to the composition, and it transitions to a cooler blue area towards the upper right corner.
The bottom-left section features a square that is dark and heavily textured, suggesting a tactile surface that stands out from the smoother areas. Energetic scribbles and gestural marks cut across the canvas, providing a sense of dynamic movement. Bold streaks of yellow and orange and softer sweeps of color create a layered effect, and there are blocks of color with visible brushstrokes that contribute to a sense of depth and physicality.
The painting is contained within a simple frame that complements its abstract nature, allowing the viewer's focus to remain on the rich textures and interplay of colors and shapes within the canvas.