Joan Moment
ALCHEMICAL INTERACTIONS, 2008, acrylic on canvas, 96" x 72"
This imaginary interpretation of an infinitesimal portion of the universe embraces a process in which many pourings of thin paint collect and dry into unexpected configurations. Their layered translucent surfaces allude to stellar nubulas which are turbulent gases and dust encasing stars. The reference to the alchemical-- the medieval forerunner to chemistry based on the transformation of matter or transforming inert metals into gold is a metaphor for the actions taken to find this painting and to the highly volatile, energy laden constant changing universe and its cosmic phenomena.
ALCHEMICAL INTERACTIONS, 2008, acrylic on canvas, 96" x 72"
This imaginary interpretation of an infinitesimal portion of the universe embraces a process in which many pourings of thin paint collect and dry into unexpected configurations. Their layered translucent surfaces allude to stellar nubulas which are turbulent gases and dust encasing stars. The reference to the alchemical-- the medieval forerunner to chemistry based on the transformation of matter or transforming inert metals into gold is a metaphor for the actions taken to find this painting and to the highly volatile, energy laden constant changing universe and its cosmic phenomena.