Rythme 3 1995

Carmelo Arden Quin made this geometrical abstract artwork, Rythme 3, playing with black and white shapes in a way that feels both playful and precise. It’s like a jazz composition, where each element has its own rhythm and relates to the others in a dynamic way. I find myself drawn to the flatness of the surfaces, they're so smooth and opaque. There’s a real physicality to these forms, and the way they interact creates a sense of depth and movement despite the limited color palette. Notice how the shapes overlap and intersect, creating new relationships and unexpected tensions. The solid black dot is a great example of Quin’s sophisticated playfulness; it creates a focal point that draws you into the composition, like a note held in space. Looking at Rythme 3, I can't help but think of other artists who were exploring similar ideas, like Sophie Taeuber-Arp. I see art as this ongoing dialogue, where artists respond to each other across time. Ultimately, Quin’s work invites us to embrace ambiguity and find our own way of seeing and experiencing the world.