Blog#5

Exploring the Vibrant Essence of "My Hometown"
As an artist, I'm exhilarated to share my art with you: "My Hometown." This artwork, measuring 39.5 x 31.5 inches (100 x 80 cm), $1495.00 cdn is a dynamic journey into abstract expression, rendered vividly in acrylic on canvas. It's been a rewarding exploration of color, shape, and meaning, intended to capture both the essence and emotion of a place familiarity.

"My Hometown" stands as an energetic composition filled with a symphony of geometric shapes and bright colors. In crafting this piece, I aimed to infuse it with life and movement exclusively through visuals. The canvas is alive with overlapping triangles and rectangles, dressed in vibrant shades of green, blue, red, yellow, and purple. These elements come together to create a harmonious yet energetic dance across the canvas.

Dominating the artwork is a central diagonal band of blue brushstrokes, intentionally fluid against the structured geometry. This contrast introduces a river-like element that metaphorically splits the composition into two parts—suggestive of water dividing the town. This diagonal band not only adds a soothing, flowing aspect but also challenges the viewer to interpret the juxtaposition of stability and movement.

The inspiration behind "My Hometown" is deeply personal. I envisioned the cityscape abstractly, where houses take the form of triangles and squares, creating a playful yet insightful look at urban landscapes. This abstraction allows the viewer to experience the familiar in an unfamiliar way. The water, which seems to split the town, represents the rivers or inlets that define the geography of so many cities, including my own.

One unique aspect of bringing this piece to life was the challenge of portraying division and unity simultaneously. The chaotic arrangement of forms feels balanced by the calming influence of the "river," highlighting the duality of urban life—often chaotic yet soothing when viewed from a distance.

"My Hometown" invites you to experience the playful balance between organized chaos and serene order through color and form. It's a visual conversation on how we perceive and sentimentalize our environments, abstracted into vivid expression. I hope as you gaze upon it, you too find a piece of your own story within its lively composition.