David Stuntzner, Artist

12″ x 12″
Printed on Hahnemuhle fine art paper, 188 gsm

A square has been securely attached to the bottom left corner and, therefore, enjoys the protection from stormy winds. The square and its coloration, namely muted reds/orange and a thin yellow, combine to express warmth and comfort. The obvious color contrast of the gray intensifies the security and well-being of the square. The muted gray circle reminds us of the storm raging outside. Technically, the placement of the elements is critical: the two gray tips at the bottom touch exactly the yellow corner as well as the composition’s frame. A very strong emphasis results from the intersection of the large gray curve with the top left-hand edge of the yellow square (note that this point is highlighted). This serves as a heavy weight to hold the square in place. Finally, the design’s simplicity guarantees that every element must be considered to achieve compositional integrity.

12″ x 12″
Printed on Hahnemuhle fine art paper, 188 gsm

At the core of this composition is the idea of contradictions. I’ve mentioned this in previous comments, but here it has become, almost, the entire subject matter. Beginning with the squares in the lower left, the design is uncompromisingly attached to the picture frame, with the design moving to the right center culminating in the pinched corner of the yellow square and gray eye drops. This emphasizes the major contradiction of rigid squares and lines colliding with continuously curving/flexible shapes. In addition is the contrast between flat colored forms, rounded three-dimensional forms, and gradated forms, which amplifies the risk factor, thus adding to the design’s interest.