Whispers — Enschede 2015

Arne Quinze made "Whispers — Enschede" as an immersive, public artwork. It's not painting, but it's all about color and form, so it speaks to me. The construction is a process, a doing, and a way of seeing. Look at how Quinze uses color – these vertical rainbows create such a sense of joy. The texture of the different planes almost feels like brushstrokes in 3D. The way the light filters through them changes the entire environment. Take a moment to consider the top parts of the "Whispers". Notice how each vertical element is capped with these spiky, bright tips. They remind me of expressionist paintings, where the artist uses gesture and color to convey feeling. There’s something raw and immediate about them. For me, Quinze is talking to Brancusi, maybe, but also the bright colours of Hundertwasser. Ultimately, art is a conversation, a constant reimagining.