Rose Bay Secondary College

Birrabirragal Country

DUALISM, DICHOTOMY, DIVERGENCE. Pre-emptive stillness – contrapuntal poses

Painting

Acrylic on paper

My body of work examines the duality of human experience, juxtaposing everyday postures with the expressive qualities of dance to convey balance within the self and in relationships. Centred compositions reference the dance ritual of ‘finding one’s centre’, contrasting the stability of static figures with the fluidity of the concertina book. Through a black-and-white palette and intricate linework, I invite the audience to consider the harmony and tension of the human condition as I investigate the interplay between stillness and motion, introspection and outward expression. Indeed, introspection and action are not separate but deeply intertwined aspects of our existence.

My artmaking practice has been influenced by the study and interpretation of the following artists: Trisha Bown, Merce Cunningham, Robert Longo, Franz Kline, Mark Tansey, Yvonne Rainer.

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