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RE: Art for peace - my glass painting "They want to win"
I love this! The skull meaning both life and death to me. Then the little bird looks both quizzical in facial expression and victorious with wings spread. And the bra adds whimsy !
Thank you so very much, to share your view on this painting. To me its one of the most important subjects there is and I spend a lot of time thinking about it. That's why I think my painting turned out rather complex..
I use whimsical elements, not only because its my nature, but also to attract the viewer and get his/her attention. We are so used to see pictures of terrible events, that often, one seems to just replace another. Therefore the artist has to find a way, to open a door and surprise.
With the two openings this week, we talked a lot about our art of course and what role it plays in peoples lives. I would like to see mine as an exit sign on our highway of everyday routines.. not to a rest area, but to a scenic route. A winding road into the mountains or along a coast... where both sides of the brain are needed and thus harmonized. You need your mind, to focus on the road and steer your vehicle safely, while your emotions are overwhelming you, be it by a deep dark canyon or a spectacular view.