Dimensions: image: 546 x 467 mm
Copyright: © DACS, 2014 | CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 DEED, Photo: Tate
Curator: This vibrant print by Maurice Wyckaert, currently untitled, captivates with its abstract forms. It is held here at the Tate. Editor: Yes, immediately I am struck by the bold color palette. The juxtaposition of that intense red with the muted blues and greens creates a compelling visual tension. Curator: Considering Wyckaert's influences, one could interpret the red as a symbol of passion or even violence, clashing with the softer blues that might represent tranquility or introspection. Editor: Or perhaps the red simply functions as a focal point, drawing the eye across the composition. The layering of colors and shapes creates a dynamic interplay of positive and negative space. Curator: It is a dance between chaos and order. The imagery hints at organic forms, maybe even a landscape, filtered through a distinctly modern lens. Editor: Precisely. The interplay between these structured compositions and gestural mark-making really elevates the piece. I found the contrast very compelling. Curator: I agree. Wyckaert invites us to contemplate the complexities of human experience through a visual language that is both familiar and strange.