“Wade in the water” (2023) is the journey of life through the symbolism of water. It’s a reflection on the personal human experience and exposure to the ever-changing reality of everyday life.
This painting has been part of the “Urban Traffic” exhibition in Galleria Cael in Milan
Fluid pigment streams combined with delaminating inks that branch out in different ways throughout the paper evoke the soothing nature of water, while the various shades represent the changing depths and complexities of life.
Contrasting lines of orange run through the painting, cutting through the blue hues, creating a sense of rigidity and tension. These lines serve as a reminder of the challenges and obstacles that we face on our life journey.
Each layer and branch reveals a different phase of life and explores the boundaries between reality and imagination, and the infinite possibilities of the human mind. The lighter shallow waters at the beginning of the journey are calming, while the deeper shades represent the hardships we face.
The painting is loosely inspired by the original African American jubilee song.