A Fusion of Art and Spirituality in Recycled Oil Paintings by Wiesław Sadurski
Embark on a unique artistic journey with my one-of-a-kind paintings, crafted meticulously from dried remnants of oil paints. These creations are not just visually striking but also deeply symbolic, reflecting on consciousness, spiritual insights, and varied depictions of Jesus.
Over a decade, I meticulously collected dried oil paint crumbs from his palette, preserving these colorful pieces to give birth to an extraordinary art form. Each painting in this series is a testament to innovative recycling, transforming discarded materials into profound art pieces that narrate stories of the human spirit and consciousness.
From the abstract representation of different states of consciousness to insightful interpretations of Jesus, these artworks are an invitation to contemplate and delve into the depths of spirituality and artistic expression.
Summer 1983, I created this Little Man with a Great Fullness above him.
Recycling Oil Painting on canvas 100 x 130 cm
But only two years later, summer 1985, I prepared eight square canvases for a new concept. Recycling. Technically it looked so: canvas on the floor, partly - where it was needed - painted with thick white primer,
then dried colorful oil crumbs were placed onto it.
Navigating Consciousness and Spirituality Through Art
State of Sleep, First Awakening, Awakened
Meetings with Christ's Consciousness
Lord Jesus Christ: A Personal Reflection
My journey with religious and spiritual exploration began early. At twelve, I rebelled against church-going, only to find myself living in a monastery at thirteen, an experience that ended with my expulsion. This led me to study philosophy, embrace Zen teachings, practice Yoga, and immerse myself in various religious texts, including the New Testament, Upanishads, Tibetan mysticism, and modern physics. This eclectic mix of influences nurtured my spiritual growth.
One night, I had a profound dream. I lay weeping on wet earth, amidst a blend of eras: roaring motorbikes, Roman soldiers on horseback, all converging in time. This was more than a dream; it was a vivid experience of historical and emotional dimensions intertwining. There, in a distant land, they were crucifying Jesus — my brother, master, and embodiment of love — and I was helpless, overwhelmed by grief and despair.
This dream had a lasting impact on me, influencing my art deeply. One of the final pieces in this series is a depiction of Jesus. As I prepared the canvas, scraping the last bits of my recycled "material", an unexpected image emerged. The dried paint fragments seemed to dance on the canvas, forming various faces and silhouettes in the head-shaped space. This unexpected outcome led to the title 'Lord Jesus of Many Faces' — a tribute to the multifaceted interpretations and connections I felt to this spiritual figure.
This artwork, like the others in the series, is not just about religious iconography; it is about the intersection of spirituality, consciousness, and artistic expression. Paintings invite the viewer to explore these themes and find their own meaning within the recycled hues of oil paint.
Early 1978 I painted this Morning Song, contrasting many-layered brushwork with dried colorful oil crumbs. There are several paintings more like this one - on other