Items Similar to Torn Away, Original Contemporary Colorful Abstract Ink Painting on Paper
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 8
KC PollakTorn Away, Original Contemporary Colorful Abstract Ink Painting on Paper2020
2020
About the Item
Torn Away, Original Contemporary Colorful Abstract Painting
11" x 8.5" (HxW) Alcohol Ink on Paper
A colorful explosion takes place in this contemporary abstract alcohol ink painting by artist KC Pollak. Blue, pink, and green meld together as they emerge from a central point, as if erupting from a volcano or gushing from a geyser. Or perhaps the colors are moving downwards, like waterfalls cascading until they crash into one another. There is an ethereal quality to this work with its translucent splotches of color on a white background.
Images with frames are examples only; this work comes unframed.
Artist Commentary:
Torn Away is inspired from a wild range of feelings lately. A lot of them have to do with spiritual things as well as worry over the current pandemic, especially in the United States, where I live. We have no real leadership in out country and even less in our individual states. It is a truly frightening time! There is civil unrest in the country that is going to take a long time to heal, if it ever does. So many are paying a terrible price. So many people need to wake up to it if we are to ever become a whole nation. I am not sure we ever were. Do we start over? If so, how would we begin? Understanding one another and embracing our differences is a good start. This country has so much blood on the soil from so many who are innocent. The native people, slavery, the unborn … I could go on and on. This has me feeling torn between a love for my country and a love for people as well as a boiling anger for others who seem to not be awake and wanting to stay asleep. There is a spiritual tearing away of old beliefs and now an awakening to a bigger truth. This truth is tearing churches apart as well as knitting new ones together. I have seen incredible things happen … both good and bad. Things I once held dear to my heart are things I never should have. There are people I once held dear to my heart that I never should have. I am now learning to love these people as well as separating from them. Forgiving them. Remembering. Not forgetting. Letting the hurt go completely. It’s a difficult thing to do and a very spiritually empowering thing to do. Loving people despite what they do. They don’t understand. But they think they do. I used to think I understood. But I didn’t. I do not fully understand now but I’m now growing and learning and I’m listening. This is the only way forward…
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)
- Medium:
- Movement & Style:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Gallery Location:Boston, MA
- Reference Number:Seller: 688171stDibs: LU163429556042
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. 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! 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. 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. 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."
About the Seller
5.0
Vetted Professional Seller
Every seller passes strict standards for authenticity and reliability
Established in 2009
1stDibs seller since 2021
103 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 2 hours
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Montrose, CO
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllThe Llama
By Mark Lembo
Located in Boston, MA
About the piece:
14Hx11W
Mixed watermedia on Yupo
2021
Any Monty Python fans out there?
Words that describe this piece:blue, watercolor, ink, yupo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Watercolor, Synthetic Paper
Memphis
By Mark Lembo
Located in Boston, MA
About the piece:
- Single white mat. 16H X 20W
- Acrylic ink and watercolor on paper, 2021
Words that describe this piece:abstract, intuitive, outsider, bright, yellow, gold
Artis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Watercolor, Synthetic Paper
2222
By Mark Lembo
Located in Boston, MA
About the piece:
- Single white mat. 20Hx16W
- Acrylic ink and watercolor on paper, 2021
Words that describe this piece:abstract, intuitive, outsider, bright, yellow, gold
Artist ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Watercolor, Paper
Hill and Dale
By Mark Lembo
Located in Boston, MA
About the piece:
The second work of the new Wash Buckle series. Instead of working to keep the moist paper flat, the work takes what the paper 'gives it' - using the peaks and valle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Watercolor
Up and Down Blues
By Mark Lembo
Located in Boston, MA
About the piece:
INVITED
The Lakeland Art Guild was founded in 1952 and is the oldest community organization in Polk County, FL. For the past 48 years, the LAG Melvin Gallery Art E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Paper, Watercolor
Abstract with Cats, Original Signed Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Work
Located in Boston, MA
Abstract with Cats, Original Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Work, 2019
8" x 10" (HxW) Ink and Watercolor on Paper
Hand-signed by the artist.
An abstract expressionist work fill...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Drawings a...
Materials
Paper, Ink, Watercolor
You May Also Like
YES N019.19
Located in New York, NY
Known for his erratic and expressive abstract works, Daniel Diaz-Tai uses various mixed media including sumi ink and oil to convey his unique heritage. Raised between Venezuela, Jaka...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Sumi Ink, Archival Paper
Price Upon Request
YES N024.19
Located in New York, NY
Known for his erratic and expressive abstract works, Daniel Diaz-Tai uses various mixed media including sumi ink and oil to convey his unique heritage. Raised between Venezuela, Jaka...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Sumi Ink, Archival Paper
Price Upon Request
YES N002.19
Located in New York, NY
Known for his erratic and expressive abstract works, Daniel Diaz-Tai uses various mixed media including sumi ink and oil to convey his unique heritage. Raised between Venezuela, Jaka...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Sumi Ink, Archival Paper
Price Upon Request
Never Ending Story
Located in New York, NY
Philip Wittmann work is based on signs. Signs are for him an intermediary between abstraction and writing. He started painting 32 years ago, at the age...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Paper, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Archival Paper
Untitled (Ref 19013) (Abstract Drawing)
By Martin Reyna
Located in London, GB
Untitled (Ref 19013) (Abstract Drawing)
Ink on paper - Unframed.
Martín Reyna is an Argentinian-born abstract painter living in Paris, France. His gestural abstract paintings delig...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink
Wave - abstract painting, made in ultramarine blue, grey color
By Mila Akopova
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The work was done with alcohol ink in ultramarine blue and grey color on Yupo paper. The work is 11 by 14 inches in size, framed (gold or black) with a sty...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink
$304 Sale Price
20% Off
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Boilly Paintings
Grateful Dead Art
Blue Eyed Boy
Grateful Dead
Truth Comes Out If The Well
Russian Iconography
Claes Oldenburg Signed
Eden Roc
Fish Lithograph
Geo Print
Large Marble Abstract Sculpture
Marilyn Monroe Magazine
Minimalist Bronze Sculpture
Original Design Artwork Art Deco
Pablo Milan
Picasso Nice
Record Stand Vintage
Refer A Friend