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SL Baker
Jump In, Abstract Expressionist and Social Commentary by Female Artist

2014

About the Item

JUMP IN is an acrylic on canvas social commentary and abstract painting by American, female artist SL Baker. Signed "SLB" front lower right. This artwork includes a certificate of authenticity issued by the artist. "One of the symbols in mindfulness studies is the enso, a circle. It can have various meanings: the universe, eternity, a jewel, balance, enlightenment, a monk’s head, a rice cake or whatever one wishes. In Zen Buddhist painting, one studies with a master to practice the seemingly simple stroke. An enso can become an effective visual image in meditation. There is not a specific placement of it in art. It is not a religious symbol. Traditionally, an enso has an accompanying inscription, the most common of which is “What is it?” After a particularly frustrating afternoon of study, I needed a little comic relief and to not take practice of mindfulness and, life in general, so seriously. Jump In appeared and relieved the tension." The images that appear on SL Baker's canvases are a confluence of mindfulness studies and social concern. Working mostly in acrylic and without the use of brushes, Baker paints with her hands. The paintings reference a world view and give a nod to Buddhist practice. The work seems a spiritual query. Her paintings are exhibited in solo, group, and juried shows throughout the Northeastern United States. SL Baker was born in Princeton, NJ and has been a life-long resident of the local NJ and PA area. She was a public school educator for thirty years and has been a self-employed artist for two decades. Baker is also a published poet and lyricist.
  • Creator:
    SL Baker (1951, American)
  • Creation Year:
    2014
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
    Excellent and original condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Doylestown, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1402213984572
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