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Liquid Lands
Impressions of Journeys and Cultures
The joint exhibition of Simonida and Ari de Goes, "Liquid Lands: Impressions of Journeys and Cultures," reveals the fusion of years of practice and dedication to visual art, creating a unique dialogue between refined technique and emotional expression. Through the use of water-based techniques, both artists, tireless travelers, capture the fluidity and constant transformation of the landscapes they encountered throughout their journeys, as well as the cultural influences absorbed in each place.
Simonida, known for her technical sensitivity, uses gestural brushstrokes and a vibrant color palette to create abstract forms that echo the impressions of her cultural trajectory. The water-based technique, applied with mastery, allows her compositions to gain depth and dynamism, letting the transparency between layers create a play of light and shadow that challenges the viewer to look beyond the surface. Her extensive experience as a visual artist is evident in the richly detailed forms and her ability to translate the chaos and energy of the urban and natural landscapes that she visits and that inspire her.
Ari de Goes, on the other hand, focuses on the simplicity of landscapes in a form of semi-abstraction, where refined technique is fundamental to achieving the desired lightness and serenity. His precise use of water-based techniques, combined with the simplification of forms, imbues the landscapes with a contemplative character, allowing the viewer to immerse in the quietude of his compositions. Through transparency and subtle contrasts, Ari transforms ordinary scenes into deep visual reflections, where negative space plays a crucial role.
Technically, the "Liquid Lands" exhibition reveals a unique harmony between Simonida's gestural expressiveness and Ari de Goes' contemplative lightness. Both artists draw upon distinct cultural influences to compose their abstract landscapes, where the use of transparency, subtle or energetic brushstrokes, and the interaction between colors and forms stand out. Abstraction serves as a common thread, allowing the personal experiences of travel and introspection of each artist to blend into a visual dialogue.
This fusion of techniques and approaches offers a reflection on the impact of landscapes—not just as physical spaces, but as representations of memories, emotions, and transformations experienced by those who inhabit or visit them. "Liquid Lands: Impressions of Journeys and Cultures" is an exhibition that questions and celebrates art as a vehicle for both internal and external transformation, inviting the viewer to contemplate their own journey through the works.