By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Built upon a carefully structured geometric framework, the composition explores the relationship between proportion, balance and intuition. Curves, arcs, vertical divisions and rectangular planes intersect within a construction whose underlying order is deliberately discreet. The painting was developed from principles related to the golden ratio, yet this mathematical foundation never dominates the work: it remains almost invisible, allowing the composition to appear instinctive and naturally balanced.
A restrained yet warm palette combines terracotta, deep red, muted blue, olive green, ochre, soft pink, ivory and near-black. These colours are layered and worked to create variations in density and surface, preventing the geometric forms from becoming rigid or purely graphic.
The small divided circle near the centre acts as a subtle point of tension, while the larger curved structures generate movement throughout the composition. Areas of visible texture, scraping and irregularity retain the physical presence of the painter's hand.
Unframed: 60 × 60 cm / 23.6 × 23.6 in
Framed: 67 × 67 cm / 26.4 × 26.4 in
About the artist
Sophie Dumont is a French contemporary painter based in Normandy. Her work explores the relationship between structure, colour, matter and memory. Known initially for her distinctive paintings of libraries...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric France - Paintings