Online Exhibition 2010

” Transforelation: reverse reaction”

Artist Statement

The new body of works are entitled, ” Transforelation: reverse reaction”. I came across the word while researching and its thesis describes the process which often presents itself in my work. Transforelation at its basic concept describes a chemical reaction in which materials are allowed to freely mix. The mixture of reactors and reactants produces at stage one cellular biochemical surfaces upon which compostional structures can be imposed.

At this biochemical end I work through a series of five stages, the intent a finished series of chaotic surfaces which by a reversal of the painting process, layer the surfaces, superimposing compostional elements as the first step. At the evolution of the last steries, process dominated the dialogue between creator and materials. Thought in the present series takes center stage.

This thought has given rise to some new schemas. The use of the telephone cord is symbolic of this new dialogue. It evolves into compositional devices resembling that of a knot. The X has evolved as well to become the symbol of a cauldron used on shipping vessels. Cross sections of shipping stowage used in the transmigration of souls are introduced.

The body of works is the end of an investigation of materials that has lasted for over ten years. They lent themselves and afforded me the freedom to experiment with its fluidity and unpredictability while at the same time foraging through ethereal ideas. They come therefore as a conclusion and now a return to the study of the human anatomy.