SIMMER DOWN
SIMMER DOWN
When you stare at “Simmer Down,” you can see the visual metaphor of emotions simmering beneath the surface, gradually intensifying from light grey to the deeper, more profound navy blues and blacks. This artwork is a sophisticated exploration of color and emotion, with carefully placed light hues of pinks, magentas, and fuchsias that bubble to the surface, creating a dynamic interplay of subtlety and intensity.
The canvas begins with a base of light grey, representing a calm, controlled start. This soft hue gradually transitions into navy blues and deep blacks, akin to the deepening of emotions or thoughts as they gain momentum and depth. The gradual shift in colors mimics the natural process of simmering, where what lies beneath slowly comes to the fore, gaining heat and energy.
DETAIL
SIZE: 17×21
MATERIAL: Acrylic
YEAR: 2023
A striking feature of “Simmer Down” is the gold leaf that pushes through from the side. This element adds a sense of luxury and intensity, representing the mounting pressure or heat within the simmering concoction of colors. The gold leaf catches the light, drawing the eye and adding a dynamic quality to the artwork. The piece is further animated by bubbling white and contrasting black strokes. These strokes add movement and texture, enhancing the feeling of bubbling and simmering. The contrast between the white and black strokes creates a visual tension, mirroring the push and pull of internal emotions and thoughts as they rise to the surface.
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