Acrylic and Collage on Archival Paper
30 x 22 in
76 x 56 cm
US $ 4,200
This collage, composed of layered cut-out paper on canvas, radiates vibrant energy with its looping yellow shapes dancing across a background filled with dynamic, colorful forms. The swirling motion evokes a sense of freedom and possibility, echoing the artist's reflection on his college years—when he first saw himself as a participant in the American dream. The title, Spring Break Sunday #1, recalls moments of rest and contemplation, yet within the playful forms lies a deeper exploration of identity. The Haitian-born, Brooklyn-based artist blends his Caribbean heritage with urban abstraction, crafting works that capture both joy and complexity.
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This collage, composed of layered cut-out paper on canvas, radiates vibrant energy with its looping yellow shapes dancing across a background filled with dynamic, colorful forms. The swirling motion evokes a sense of freedom and possibility, echoing the artist's reflection on his college years—when he first saw himself as a participant in the American dream. The title, Spring Break Sunday #1, recalls moments of rest and contemplation, yet within the playful forms lies a deeper exploration of identity. The Haitian-born, Brooklyn-based artist blends his Caribbean heritage with urban abstraction, crafting works that capture both joy and complexity.
The playful yet structured cut-outs recall the colorful vibrancy of Haitian art, but the medium and style are distinctly modern. Compared to artists like Hervé Télémaque, who merged his Haitian roots with abstract and symbolic forms, this painting reflects the artist's own journey of self-realization. The layered composition mirrors the layers of identity that emerge when living between two cultures—Caribbean and American. The yellow and white striped border at the bottom adds a grounding effect, suggesting a balance between chaos and structure, just as the artist balanced his role as an observer and participant in his own life story.