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Chloe George

 

Pink Debris is what I would consider to be a non-objective piece. There are no recognizable figures or forms, just very abstract geometric shapes and organic lines. I really enjoyed the bright shapes contrasted with the more muted brushstrokes in the background. They create a noticeable but beautiful tension within the piece. Observing the relationship between the shapes and the background was really interesting, and trying to recognize a concept behind such an abstract piece was challenging. When a piece is so abstract, things can seem random and unorganized, but it seems like every one of Chenoweth's marks are intentional and well thought out. There is a balance between the two bold lines, centered by the pink shape.

 

 

Pink Debris (top)  Jan Chenoweth (b. 1945)

acrylic and latex on panel

photographed at the Hunter Museum of American Art

 

 

 

On the opposite end of the spectrum, I Think That There is Just Too Much Negative Space in the Sky is extremely representational. Rosenblum posted her photographs on social media and incorporated people's critical comments on the work into her pieces. As an artist, I think that being able to acknowledge the criticisms that your work receives is very important. The fact that Rosenblum recognizes them to the point of incorporating them into her work is not only humorous but also respectable. I appreciate the fact that she has a very deeply thought out conceptuality behind her pieces. The piece itself is also visually appealing content wise. The use of complimentary colors and the offset balance between the open sky and clouds creates a really interesting relationship within the piece.

 

 

 

I Think There is Just Too Much Negative Space in the Sky  Diane Rosenblum

photograph 1/5

photographed at the Hunter Museum of American Art

 

 

 

Both Chenoweth and Rosenblum's pieces are incredible and are very different composition wise, but I think that they both share the fact that they are very abstract in their own ways. Out of all the pieces in the Hunter Museum, these two caught my eye because they both take very individual approaches to their pieces. Representational art and non-objective art differ greatly, but both should be recognized and appreciated for their individual elements. I think its fascinating how contemporary art has evolved and become so diverse to the point of almost being unrecognizable and difficult to pinpoint in comparison to styles of the past. The horizons of art are broadening, and I am excited to watch it evolve even more over time.