'LOST CONNECTIONS' - Oil, Acrylic, and Wool Thread on Canvas
Dimension: 16” X 20”
Certification of Authenticity: Apricus Art Collection
Signature: Signed by Artist
The artwork titled 'Lost Connections' by Disha Prajapati is a complex, multi-medium composition that employs oil, acrylic, and wood thread on canvas. This piece features two abstracted faces, one upright and the other inverted, rendered in a vivid, almost frenetic array of colors against a stark black background. The use of contrasting orientations for the two faces may suggest a theme of disconnection or disjointed relationships.
The expressive use of color and bold strokes gives the painting an immediate visual impact. The colors are applied in a manner reminiscent of fauvist works, not as representations of reality, but as expressions of emotion. The texture is further enhanced by the incorporation of wood thread, which adds a three-dimensional element to the work. These threads may connect or separate areas of the composition, symbolizing the eponymous lost connections.
The choice of mediums is significant; oil paint provides a rich depth and luminosity to the colors, while acrylics offer a quicker drying time and the potential for sharp, defined shapes and lines. The use of wood thread introduces an unconventional material that breaks the two-dimensionality of the painting, offering an additional tactile dimension to the work.
The juxtaposition of the vibrant, chaotic colors with the dark background amplifies the emotional intensity of the piece, and the faces appear to emerge from the void, highlighting the theme of connection and disconnection. 'Lost Connections' might thus be interpreted as a commentary on human relationships, the complexity of emotional bonds, and the profound sense of loss when those bonds are severed. The piece is dynamic, thought-provoking, and rich with symbolic meaning.
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ARTIST STATEMENT
As an expressionist mixed media artist hailing from India but now rooted in the vibrant energy of Los Angeles, I navigate the complex intersections of identity, belonging, and the quest for authenticity. My artistic journey explores the contrasting worlds that have shaped me – a childhood away from home and the ongoing search for a profound sense of self. My work delves into the intricacies of what constitutes a “Home”. Does it originate from blood ties, or can it be cultivated within the depths of one’s being? The idea of authenticity perplexes me, as we are inevitably shaped by the people we encounter and our environments. Can one indeed be authentic without acknowledging these influences? Through my art, I confront these questions head-on, unravelling the layers that define the essence of individuality. Through my mixed media creations, I deeply introspect, questioning the boundaries between self and surroundings, past and present. My art serves as a mirror for the ever-evolving individual, a testament to the malleable nature of identity and the potential to construct a sense of home from within. As I reconcile the diverse influences that have shaped me, I aim to inspire a dialogue that transcends cultural, geographical, and temporal boundaries, inviting all to contemplate the intricacies of their existence.