Artist Christy Hopkins
2023
Acrylic on Canvas
61 x 63 in (155 x 160 cm)
ABOUT THE ARTWORK:
In the work entitled 1986, the observer is greeted by an abundance of intricately interwoven shapes, pulsating with vibrant blues, aquas, greens, fuchsia, and red hues, delineated by bold black or white brushstrokes. Each shape exudes an immediate presence, accentuated by a distinctive flattening effect produced by the outlined boundaries. The convergence of shapes and colors operates harmoniously, crafting a kind of narrative that imparts a compelling sense of simultaneity, as if all elements unfold within the same temporal frame—a convergence that transcends time.
This palpable immediacy prompts interpretations that transcend historical contexts, redirecting focus towards the present moment and its inherent significance. The composition invites the viewer to engage not only with the visual itself but also with the profound implications of the now, encouraging a contemplation of the immediate and its intrinsic value.