Thirty minutes, acrylic and canvas. Evidently, it isn't the most detailed, technical or intricate piece of art, yet for me, this is my best creative work. I suppose it is because I like it so much as it is, i have chosen not to -until now- show it to anyone or asked for any critique, whereby differing perspectives may have tainted the pure joy, the sadness or the ambivalence I feel whilst looking at it.
The best pieces of art are challenging, evocative and questionable, which for me, is represented by this abstract painting. What is it about black, white and blue tones that can evoke such an emotional response? I have, not a clue.
Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain.
The Guggenheim in Bilbao is recognised as an outstanding piece of architecture through its success in integrating regional history, eclectic mix of architectural styles and materials to challenge traditional ideals and beliefs, thus becoming an icon for postmodernity.
Gehry's expansive use of modern materials -titanium cladding, huge sheets of glass, integration of three modes of transport- juxtaposed to traditional materials of local spanish stone is an architectural feat, thus attracting millions of visitors to Bilbao. Whilst the Guggenheim primarily houses valuable creative works, it has come to represent art in itself, a complex facade of smooth curves, shapes and silhouettes.
Interestingly, the Guggenheim in Bilbao was completed exactly 3 years and 1 day after my birth!
Jeju Island, south of South Korea.
Whilst hiking, I had to pause -to catch my breath- but also to capture the view. An impossibly pastel palette, a sea without waves and a horizon untouched by skyscrapers and freeways; the sunset was beautiful. I thought it was extremely unsual to have such a cool tone of blue and purple hues during sunset, unlike Australia whereby red and orange streaks line the sky as if the heavens are on fire.
As I took the photo, I found myself wondering if the people aboard the sail boats were having any fun at all..
