Lionel Thomas Art
Striking Chords
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The canvas presents a riot of color and form, immediately
drawing the eye to a face that seems to emerge from the
chaos. It’s a head full of noise—bright reds, blues, and oranges
clash with each other, layered over geometric shapes and
graffiti-like marks. This isn’t a straightforward portrait; it’s a
mashup of visual elements that refuse to settle into one
identity. The lines around the eyes and mouth suggest
expression, but they are interrupted, cut off by other forms
and colors that invade the space, making the face feel like it’s
in a constant state of becoming.
And then there’s the blue hand on the right, oddly placed as if
it’s playing an invisible guitar. The hand’s position and
movement are oddly specific, capturing a moment of action
that feels both intentional and random. It doesn’t belong to
the figure yet interacts with it, adding a surreal twist to an
already complex composition. This disembodied gesture
introduces a layer of absurdity, suggesting a performance that
is both visible and unseen, a kind of silent music that vibrates
throughout the piece.
What makes this piece intriguing is its resistance to
definition. The face is there, but it’s fragmented, caught
between abstraction and representation. The elements don’t
resolve into a coherent image; they jostle and compete,
reflecting the complexities of identity in a world that is
constantly shifting. The blue hand’s playful gesture adds to
this sense of flux, making the viewer question what is being
played and what isn’t, what is real and what is imagined.
This artwork doesn’t provide answers; it provokes questions.
It invites the viewer to engage with its contradictions, to
explore the tension between presence and absence, action and
stasis. It’s a vivid exploration of form and color that captures
the uncertainty and dynamism of contemporary life, leaving
the interpretation open and the narrative unresolved.
Dallas - 2024
• 1.25″ (3.18 cm) thick poly-cotton blend canvas
• Canvas fabric weight: 10.15 +/- 0.74 oz./yd.² (344 g/m² +/- 25g/m²)
• Fade-resistant
• Hand-stretched over solid wood stretcher bars
• Mounting brackets included
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
drawing the eye to a face that seems to emerge from the
chaos. It’s a head full of noise—bright reds, blues, and oranges
clash with each other, layered over geometric shapes and
graffiti-like marks. This isn’t a straightforward portrait; it’s a
mashup of visual elements that refuse to settle into one
identity. The lines around the eyes and mouth suggest
expression, but they are interrupted, cut off by other forms
and colors that invade the space, making the face feel like it’s
in a constant state of becoming.
And then there’s the blue hand on the right, oddly placed as if
it’s playing an invisible guitar. The hand’s position and
movement are oddly specific, capturing a moment of action
that feels both intentional and random. It doesn’t belong to
the figure yet interacts with it, adding a surreal twist to an
already complex composition. This disembodied gesture
introduces a layer of absurdity, suggesting a performance that
is both visible and unseen, a kind of silent music that vibrates
throughout the piece.
What makes this piece intriguing is its resistance to
definition. The face is there, but it’s fragmented, caught
between abstraction and representation. The elements don’t
resolve into a coherent image; they jostle and compete,
reflecting the complexities of identity in a world that is
constantly shifting. The blue hand’s playful gesture adds to
this sense of flux, making the viewer question what is being
played and what isn’t, what is real and what is imagined.
This artwork doesn’t provide answers; it provokes questions.
It invites the viewer to engage with its contradictions, to
explore the tension between presence and absence, action and
stasis. It’s a vivid exploration of form and color that captures
the uncertainty and dynamism of contemporary life, leaving
the interpretation open and the narrative unresolved.
Dallas - 2024
• 1.25″ (3.18 cm) thick poly-cotton blend canvas
• Canvas fabric weight: 10.15 +/- 0.74 oz./yd.² (344 g/m² +/- 25g/m²)
• Fade-resistant
• Hand-stretched over solid wood stretcher bars
• Mounting brackets included
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
