Nostalgia within Contemporary Art
Stemming from the theme of loss, I turned my attention towards nostalgia and questioned which methods would best illustrate this theme to viewers. Relatability was an important factor, therefore I researched artists whose work is strategically simplified, to the point where viewers can place themselves within any of their paintings. Liam Symes was a pivotal figure who inspired the making of Degree Show work, his paintings have a particular colour palette which embodies nostalgia. The simplistic method of mark-making strongly initiates the idea of memories of which are not always clear.
I was ambitious with the scale by stretching my canvases, I found the production process to run smoothly due to having gained confidence in the way I prepare for my making process and schedule balance. The first painting took the longest time as there was some reluctance and intimidation about the scale. Following the completion of it, the other paintings were made rapidly due to all the learning that entailed from the first work.
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