Behind the Art: Diametric
Diametric - 36x48”, acrylic on canvas
My latest completed painting is titled Diametric. It depicts a raven and full moon, both of which are considered to be good and bad omens, depending on what culture you reference. The truth is, we see what we seek; good when you look for it, or bad when you look for it.
I have always found things that are opposite to be very interesting. How can two people see the same thing and have such different reactions to it? Our life experiences are so deeply different and distinct from person to person, a raven might mean death and evil to one person, or wisdom and longevity to another. There’s something special about that. We tend to cling to our symbols, but people assigned those meanings, and people are inherently flawed. I think it’s reasonable to say that there are flaws in the symbols we have created as well.
Whatever you are seeking, you will find it.
diametric
adjective
2 : completely opposed : being at opposite extremes
//in diametric contradiction to his claims
//two parties in diametric opposition on the issue
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This piece has been submitted to a local gallery for display. If accepted into the exhibition it will be for sale through the gallery, if it is not, it will be added to my online shop. Send me a message if you’re interested in making a purchase, and this post will be updated with the latest information once I have it.
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