Company 2013

"Company" is a 2013 painting by Zoe Hawk that depicts a group of cloaked figures rushing towards a young woman standing on a platform. The figures are positioned against a backdrop of a picturesque landscape with a lake and mountains, creating a sense of isolation and mystery. The woman on the platform seems to be a focal point, drawing the viewer's attention to her presence. Hawk's use of realistic detail in the painting creates a sense of realism and intimacy, inviting the viewer to contemplate the meaning behind the figures' movements and the woman's enigmatic pose. The artwork's title "Company" suggests a sense of connection and camaraderie, but the figures' hurried approach and the woman's distant stance raise questions about the true nature of their interaction.