Sunshower 2018

Here, James Jean asks us to look at the world through the eyes of a sun god, in what I imagine were bright acrylics. The colours are vivid, almost psychedelic, and the lines are smooth, like something out of a dream. I love how the colours clash and blend, creating a strange, vibrant harmony. Notice the bright pinks and blues in the lower register, how they create a kind of carpet from which the horse’s legs sprout. The texture is incredibly flat, with a graphic quality that reminds me of comic books or animation. In the face of the sun god, we see how the artist plays with light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and volume. The work makes me think of other artists who have explored similar themes of nature, mythology, and the psychedelic experience, such as Henri Rousseau or Hilma af Klint. But, ultimately, Jean’s vision is unique and unforgettable, inviting us to enter a world of imagination and wonder.