Banana Boat
35" W x 26" H
Acrylic on canvas
Pointillism has become a pillar in my art practices. The metallic dots reflect light that invites the observer to move around the art and hopefully come across the hidden objects within.
The idea - Having lived in various multi-cultural environments and crossing paths with people from all walks of life, I was inspired by the reasons behind people's travels.
The banana boat, the money, and the chain touch on the history of people's journeys across seas. The emoji in the moon speaks to the relevance of similar travels in modern times.
If water could speak it would speak about people's hope. Hope for a fabulous holiday, hope for safety, hope for work opportunities, hope for better tasting food, hope to go back home, hope to see family again, hope to make money, hope to stay alive or for hope to arrive.
If water could speak, what would it say about you?
