Thursday, 27 February 2014

New additions to Alfredo's Nature-Inspired Series: "Snakes by the Tulip" and "The Waves of Life"



Alfredo Garcia's series, "Abstract Elegance", conveys the innate beauty of his natural environment. He uses decorative and spirited visual patterns and earthly tones in his art, which mirror his reactions to social situations and nature. By embracing this motif, Garcia imbues poetry and elegance into his assemblages. Garcia introduces two new additions to his series , "Snakes by the Tulip" and "The Waves of Life".  Both pieces employ a highly energetic aesthetic which corresponds with the heart of nature, while also capturing the intricate patterns of socialization.  

In "Snakes by the Tulip", Garcia shows a raised contour of a tulip surrounded by maze-like spirals, embedded into the paint.  The spirals mostly reveal a rusty blue color, yet are also enriched with subtle hints of pink and green. This approach unifies the spirals with the background, which is predominantly a soft petal beige, evoking the freshness of spring.  The overall composition is charged with powerful textured strokes, which mimics the dynamic energy of nature.

Viewers may also recognize the biblical undertones in "Snakes by the Tulip". By integrating rhythmic lines, which represent serpents, a symbol of evil, Garcia makes reference to the story of Adam and Eve.  For this reason, the snakes may be interpreted as the antagonizing force within nature's beautiful organic realm.  
 
"Waves of Life" also correspond with nature's essence, yet Garcia takes a more heavily abstract approach in this art piece.  The entire composition is composed of brisk diagonal brushstrokes, which leave texture at each edge.  This creates the impression of intense rain pore, falling thunderously downward. Moreover, the use of clay-like browns and moldy greens evoke an earthly feel that is typical among Alfredo's nature inspired art work.

Both  the "Waves of Life"  and  "Snakes by the Tulip" make a powerful and thematically consistent contribution to Garcia's Abstract Elegance series.  By appreciating these works both formally and symbolically, viewers are moved by the  these imaginative expressions of the natural world. 

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Friday, 21 February 2014

The Rhythm of Asian Art: "Dragon Lion Repousse And Chasing"



Delving outside his conventional aesthetic, Alfredo Garcia reveals Asian inspired imagery in his work, " The Rhythm of Asian Art: "Dragon Lion Repousse And Chasing". Using rhythmic white strokes, this elegant piece abstractedly represents the  impression of a dragon over a black surface.  The dragon is subtly suggested as its form is constructed with strokes which have a quick and gestural quality. This rapid approach conveys as sense of ferocity and movement especially with the dynamic curvature of the dragon's frame and its opened mouth and claws.  As the viewer's eye follows the graceful strokes, we experience an entrancing journey filled with solace and mysticism.  


 
There are strong calligraphic influences revealed in this piece. Traditionally, Asian Calligraphy is renowned for its energetic beauty and use of quick, expressive strokes. Garcia employs the Asian influences, charging  his work with an iconic rhythmic appeal that is consistent with the art of Calligraphy. The piece also  has a sophisticated painterly quality through the jagged edges of Garcia's strokes, revealing a rough, yet genuine appeal.

 While this ancient imagery is different from Garcia's typical themes, he still integrates his signature aesthetic through his use of colors and textures. Along the border, Garcia reveals muted earth tones, reminiscent of his strong interest in nature. This trademark use of dusty pinks, algae blues and yellow ochres make this piece recognizably Garcian.  Moreover, Garcia adds a rough, soil-like texture to the border, an element which is consistent among the works in his series. The combination of this organic surface and calming colors along with the dynamic composition truly reinforces Garcia's reputation as the master of "Abstract Elegance". 

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