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KC PollakGenesis 2, Original Abstract Ink Painting on Paper2020
2020
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Genesis 2, Original Abstract Painting, 2020
11" x 8.5" (HxW) Alcohol Ink on Paper
A simple composition, this ink painting by artist KC Pollak still contains a boldness with it. Though abstract, the shape formed on the paper alludes to a flower of sorts, standing bright and red against a clean white background, though trailing off in little threads of fluid motion. Perhaps it is growing, just at the beginning of its life, as the title suggests. Maybe it's not a flower at all, but rather a representation of one's soul spirit. The abstract nature of this work allows for unlimited possibility of interpretation, adapting to be whatever the viewer wants [or needs] to see in that moment.
Part of a 3-part series to be presented alone, as a diptych, or a full triptych.
Images with frames are examples only; this work comes unframed.
Artist Commentary:
Definition of Genesis: noun the origin or mode of formation of something. When something is beginning. When it is created. Will it be duplicated, or will there be subtle changes? I believe there will always be subtle differences. My belief is that even if something is cloned to be identical to the original there are bound to be slight differences. I believe this because at the moment of creation, the air flow might be different, the temperature can be off by 0.0001-degree, atmospheric differences … and on and on. The possibilities are endless. If we’re talking about something living, then the possibilities for slight differences are inevitable. No two living things are exactly alike. It’s not possible. The fact that one thing cannot be in the exact same place as another thing is evidence for me. Two things created at exactly the same time must have subtle differences. If something is initially created and then the next is created and so on … there are bound to be differences with each iteration. Is this evolution? Is this intelligent design? Is it both? Hmmm… stay tuned.
About the artist:
I have been an artist all my life, ever since I could hold a pencil. I have always loved to draw and paint. My styles have varied over the years from realism to abstract and everything in between. The mediums I most enjoy working with are: oil, colored pencil, charcoal, graphite, watercolor, pen & ink, alcohol ink, and acrylic. Currently I am experiencing a mammoth amount of creative freedom working on abstract art. In 2015, I donated one of my kidneys to a young woman who had only been born with one very diseased kidney. Since then she has been thriving and now going to college and living her life. What a blessing! I consider this a privilege and I'm so happy I was a match for her. I have lived all over the country (U.S.). I primarily grew up in Woodland Park, CO. Following living in Woodland, I lived in Durango, CO, Farmington, NM, Houston, TX, Philadelphia, PA, Atlanta, GA and currently live in Montrose, CO (hopefully for good). I thankfully found my way back to Colorado. We live near Colona, in the shadow of Buckhorn Mountain (west/central Colorado) and absolutely love this place! It is remote, uncluttered, quiet, peaceful and beautiful. The inspiration I feel in my heart here is something I’ll be forever grateful for. It makes my soul sing! I love to ski and am glad I live near some great places. Telluride, Crested Butte, Aspen, etc ... when money allows. On February 12, 2017 I was in a ski accident in Telluride. Someone hit me from behind and knocked me unconscious for a few minutes (yes, I was wearing a helmet) and broke my collar bone. The guy hit me and left me for dead. He still has yet to be found. It's considered a felony to hit and run, just like in a car. Consequently, I suffered a concussion that has changed my life forever. My creativity has changed. Something happened to my eyes and I have a hard time doing the tiny details I used to do. But something also clicked in terms of how I approach my art. The freedom of abstraction has helped me heal and cope. Not only from the accident but with so many areas of my life. I have learned what true forgiveness means (to give as well as receive). I have a new appreciation for how fragile our lives really are and just how quickly life can be taken from us. A lot of things can change in the blink of an eye! That moment created a complete paradigm shift in my life. Mostly for the better. I’m involved in an art mentoring program called Art Partners. I mentor a young boy (age 10). He created a piece that won first place in the student category of the Ouray Alpine Artist’s Holiday art show (nationwide) as well as 1st place in The Montrose Visual Arts Guild 2018 art show. I love the fact that I get to help shape this young man's creative future. He's my lil buddy. There is an old cabin (100+ yrs old) on the property where I live that I have turned into my art studio. It’s my retreat and sanctuary. While I'm in this cabin, creativity just bursts forth in a riot of paint and color! This, I believe, is my heavenly father working through me. I'm still not sure what the grand purpose is but I keep my mind and heart open. I'm expecting adventure because, really, there's no way to know what's next. Like I always say, "the point is not to live forever but to create something that does."
- Creator:KC Pollak (American)
- Creation Year:2020
- Dimensions:Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Boston, MA
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