Hawthorn 2021

"Hawthorn," a 2021 painting by Owen Gent, features a striking composition of two black silhouettes against a background of layered washes of red and blue hues. The elongated silhouette of a tree in the top left corner and a reclining human figure in the bottom right create a sense of tension and mystery. The artist's use of bold, graphic forms, particularly in the contrasting silhouettes, suggest a focus on simplified shapes and evocative imagery. Gent's minimalist style emphasizes the emotional impact of the composition, leaving room for viewers to interpret the work in their own way.