Present’s Edge
In the restless currents of our time, I found myself compelled to create something that transcends the mere representation of events. “Present’s Edge” was born out of this necessity—a project that captures the pulse of daily occurrences and reframes them within the abstract visual lexicon. It’s not just about creating art; it’s about creating a space where the ephemeral meets the eternal, where global narratives become personal dialogues.
From the moment this journey began, I aimed to transform the way we engage with the world’s complexities. Each day brings a new page of global events, each demanding a visual response. Through abstraction, I strive to create a language that expresses the nuanced truths of our era, challenging the viewer to see beyond the immediacy of news cycles.
This project is where art and journalism converge into a singular, reflective experience. It’s a confrontation, really—a challenge to each viewer to engage deeply with the themes of conflict, resilience, and the human condition. Whether it’s the geopolitical shifts or environmental calamities, I reimagine these issues as visceral, abstract experiences that draw viewers into a sensory engagement.
Moreover, my approach has always been synesthetic. I integrate color, form, and texture in ways that not only represent but evoke a physical response. This method isn’t just about reflection—it’s about reaction, about how art can be a tool not just for mirroring reality but for shaping it. “Present’s Edge” is not just observed; it’s experienced. It becomes an active participant in the discourse it depicts, challenging the passivity of consumption and demanding a more engaged form of spectatorship.
As I continue to develop this series, I see it as a dynamic commentary on contemporary life, blurring the boundaries between art and the everyday. It’s about pushing the viewer to reconsider their role as global citizens and cultural consumers, urging them to ponder not just what they see but how they see it.
“Present’s Edge” is my attempt to not just capture the edge of the present but to actively shape its contours. It invites all to participate in its ongoing creation, to engage, and to reflect—not just on art but on our place in the world and how we choose to understand and affect it. As the project evolves, it remains a poignant reflection on the state of our times, a narrative that each of us helps to write with every moment we witness and every response we conceive.
