Pablo Tapia describes his work: “Observational...tonal impressionist with an inclination for the abstract qualities in all images. I try to see and describe pictorial characteristics on the things/people I am looking at. Abstract qualities like the movement of light
or
colours
playing
against
each
other.
Nevertheless
Symbolism
keeps
showing
up
in
small quantities because when you focus on technical aspects as I do the subconscious feels free to release inner forces...it is like a byproduct. Process, materials, and being present ( as in mindfulness) also are fundamental to my work.”
What inspires you Pablo? “Simple things, the drama of light and shadow, and shapes. These visual aspects can be found everywhere...you just have to look. What you paint (portraits, landscapes, etc) is an excuse to play with paint...and all at the end is a way to get to know the world and yourself.”
Name your greatest achievement, exhibitions? “Mmmmm. Semi-finalist at the Moran last year perhaps. University medal too.”
Issue 7 - Sept / Oct
2014
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