Search For The White Rabbit 2020

Zoe Hawk made "Search For The White Rabbit" sometime in the 20th century, using paint in a way that feels both precise and dreamlike. I love how the colors are laid down flatly, almost like coloring in a storybook, yet there's a depth to the scene that pulls you in. Looking closely, you can see how Hawk builds up the forest with layers of green, but each shade is distinct, creating a tapestry of texture. The figures, with their smooth skin and patterned dresses, seem both real and strangely staged. That girl kneeling, reaching out to the rabbit – it’s a gesture of connection, but there's also a sense of distance, as if they’re characters in a play. This piece reminds me of the work of Paula Rego, who also explores childhood themes with a mix of innocence and unease. Art like this invites us to wander through our own memories and fantasies, finding beauty and mystery in the unexpected.