I have been amazed by Vasily Kandinsky who was a master of abstract art. It is only recently I discovered the unbelievably dreamlike abstractions of Paul Klee (who was in fact a close associate and friend of Kandinsky's)! He traverses the space between mind and spirit with complete ease. He allows us to gain a magical glimpse into the hidden,subtle layers that lie below the surface of the objective world. He was a master draftsman, one who initially struggled with colour, but later began using colour in the most fluid, soft and nuanced ways.
Paul Klee said, "The objective world surrounding us is not the only one possible; there are others latent." These are the words of a genius who comprehended deeper shades of meaning and had a connection with the mysterious or even mystic aspects of life.
It is said that Paul Klee was "influenced" by cubism, expressionism and so on. I find that irrelevant. In my opinion every artist makes use of the technique that best suits his needs at any point of time. Not the other way round.
I want to you to take particular notice of the mysterious glow or as I call it the "shimmer" that transfuses his art.
In the Gold Fish shown below, its shining hue, its large pink eyes and its aloofness make it special. The drawing itself is almost childlike, and conveys great innocence--but also a certain air of infinite calmness.
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Paul Klee said, "The objective world surrounding us is not the only one possible; there are others latent." These are the words of a genius who comprehended deeper shades of meaning and had a connection with the mysterious or even mystic aspects of life.
It is said that Paul Klee was "influenced" by cubism, expressionism and so on. I find that irrelevant. In my opinion every artist makes use of the technique that best suits his needs at any point of time. Not the other way round.
I want to you to take particular notice of the mysterious glow or as I call it the "shimmer" that transfuses his art.
In the Gold Fish shown below, its shining hue, its large pink eyes and its aloofness make it special. The drawing itself is almost childlike, and conveys great innocence--but also a certain air of infinite calmness.
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