“On the Verge Series”
Using a mix of paintings and sculpture, I will explore change and transformation both physical and mental. I will draw on the Platonic theories of the ability of the four elements to transmute into each other. Exploring how while dissimilar they are capable of arising out of another’s disintegration.
My method for the paintings will involve examining photographs where change or transformation is occurring and distilling this down into key elements of change or the point of transformation. The sculptural items will be based on ideas of color theory and the traditional association of the platonic shapes. The shapes will be displayed as a cascade, with color and patterns drawn from the paintings being used to symbolize the mental transformations.
On the Verge will be on display in the Poon Family gallery at Trinity College from April 4th -9th. An opening reception will be held on Thursday April 14th from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Sea and Shore captures the point at which the water meets the shore and becomes spray in the air.
Rennata Tropeano 