Discover the Unique World of Spectral Print-Paintings
In 1975, my artistic journey took me from Amsterdam's vibrant galleries to a successful exhibition in West Berlin, and finally to Stockholm for new the last series of my Print-Paintings. Year marked by rapid evolution in my work, where I experimented with spectral phases and vivid colors, culminating in a unique series that combined traditional printing and painting techniques in an innovative way.
Sun Site, original Print-Painting 50 x 35 cm
Illumination's Origin: The Sun Site
In the realm of my artistic journey, "Sun Site" stands as a sentinel to the primal force of creation. Crafted in 1975, this Print-Painting transcends the boundaries of medium to echo the warmth and omnipresence of the celestial giant. It's a homage to the dance of light and shadow, to the cycles of day and night that dictate the rhythm of existence.
The artwork draws viewers into a radiant core, an invitation to ponder the source of life itself. With its incandescent hues and dynamic rays, "Sun Site" is a vibrant spectacle that mirrors the boundless energy of its inspiration. This piece encapsulates a moment of cosmic awakening, where the sun's rays are not merely a phenomenon but a profound communicator of the universe's vast narrative.
Life Arragments and Art Longings
This period was a harmonious blend of life's new beginnings, from setting up a studio to entering a relationship, all while my work took on new dimensions. I created designs based on Amsterdam sketches, experimenting with transparent foils and vibrant colors, leading to a series of both small and large print-paintings. Unbeknownst to me, I was playing with the Holy Trinity of colors that would later define the Spectrals.
A Story of Artistic Evolution: A Creative Journey
1975 marked a year of introspection and rapid development in my art. This period was about laying new foundations – from arranging my workspace to navigating a budding relationship and contemplating fatherhood in Sweden's progressive culture. I crafted designs and mock-ups with innovative elements like transparent foils, aligning them with fresh colors. The initial colors of Yellow, Red, and Blue emerged naturally, unbeknownst to me, symbolizing a primal color trinity.
Here Comes the End my Friend
The three-year journey with Print-Paintings, spanning Stockholm, Warsaw, Amsterdam, and West Berlin, came to an abrupt halt due to a severe back injury. This confined me to a month of painful immobility at the height of my creative powers. Yet, a new path unfolded, a transition which, born from adversity, opened the door to a fresh start in oil painting.
See how Paintings of Creation express the relationship of Man to Cosmos - my new birth in oil painting and cosmology.