"notre solitude (jour llll-l)"

"Knees touching the earth, connected to nature, Listening to the whispers of the wind"

"It was all so innocent"

"The blue face"

"notre solitude (jour llll-lll)"

"notre solitude (jour l)"

"notre solitude (jour llll-llll-l)"

"J'ai regardé le soleil"

This painting explores the complex interplay of identity, emotion, and the self. The central figure, whose face is a striking, almost violently vivid red, stands as a stark representation of inner turmoil or intense emotion. The red face dominates the composition, symbolizing a raw, visceral state of being, where the individual is consumed by powerful, possibly overwhelming, feelings.

Surrounding the red face are ghostly outlines of other faces, fading into the dark, textured background. These faint figures suggest the multiplicity of the self—the various identities or personas that coexist within an individual, each vying for attention, yet none fully realized. The repetition of the face, each layer slightly shifted, adds a sense of movement or dissonance, as if the self is constantly in flux, never static.

"The Red Face" is a powerful meditation on the fragmentation of identity and the struggle to reconcile the different aspects of the self, all while confronting the intense emotions that lie beneath the surface.

"The red face"

This painting was inspired by the complexities of human emotion and the vulnerability that we all experience at some point in our lives. The figure represents the human condition, a raw and honest depiction of our inner struggles and strengths. I wanted to explore the tension between the physical and emotional states, drawing from both personal experiences and a broader contemplation of human nature. Artists like Francis Bacon and Egon Schiele, who were unafraid to confront the visceral and often unsettling aspects of the human form, have greatly influenced my approach.

The subject matter—a distorted, contemplative human form—was chosen to strip away any pretense, focusing on the raw essence of human experience. The style, which incorporates both abstraction and figuration, allows for a fluid interpretation, leaving room for personal introspection and emotional engagement.

"ma solitude (jour l)"

"another place"

The central figure, rendered in pale, ghostly tones, appears fragile and translucent, as if fading into the background. This figure symbolizes a being who has been uprooted, forcibly removed from a place of origin, comfort, or innocence.

The figure’s body is marked by harsh lines and shadows, suggesting pain, suffering, and the scars of displacement.

The texture of the background is rough and scarred, as if the very environment has been marred by the act of tearing or removal. Faint, almost imperceptible markings on the surface suggest a history of wounds, both physical and emotional.

The title, "I Was Torn from the Garden" suggests an allusion to the Garden of Eden, a place of original purity and bliss from which humanity was expelled. Here, the figure stands as a modern-day Adam or Eve, confronting the harsh reality of existence after paradise, grappling with the pain of being cast out from a place of safety and abundance.

This painting captures the profound emotional impact of separation, the anguish of being disconnected from one's roots, and the inevitable scars left by such an experience. It speaks to the universal human experience of loss and the enduring search for meaning in the aftermath.

"I was torn from the garden"

"notre solitude (jour llll-llll-ll)"

This painting represents the duality of existence, where the human form is submerged in a dreamlike state, floating between reality and the subconscious. The figures are depicted in shades of blue and gray, their bodies translucent and their faces almost mask-like, reflecting a deep sense of isolation and introspection.

The figures appear to be upside down, suspended in an ethereal space that merges with a dark, almost abyssal background. This inversion hints at a world turned on its head, where the boundaries of the self are blurred and the line between the inner and outer worlds becomes indistinguishable.

Overall, this piece captures the essence of solitude, not just as a physical state but as an emotional and existential experience, where the self is in a constant state of flux, hovering between presence and absence.

"notre solitude (jour llll-llll)"

"notre solitude (jour ll)"

"notre solitude (jour lll)"

This painting was inspired by the complexity of human emotions and the experience of vulnerability. I wanted to capture the essence of how we feel when we are exposed and unprotected, both physically and emotionally. The figure represents the human condition—stripped down to its most basic form, devoid of details that define individual identity, yet still resonating with a sense of presence and strength. I was also inspired by the interplay between the physical and the metaphysical, exploring themes of inner conflict, resilience, and the duality of existence.

  
I hope that viewers will experience a mix of introspection and emotional connection when looking at this piece. The painting's dark tones and abstract elements are meant to evoke a sense of mystery and contemplation, prompting viewers to reflect on their own feelings of vulnerability, identity, and strength. I want them to question what lies beneath the surface of our outward appearances and consider the unseen struggles we all face. The absence of clear facial features or defined elements is intentional, allowing each viewer to project their own emotions and experiences onto the figure.

  
The subject matter, a faceless figure, was chosen to symbolize the universal nature of vulnerability and resilience. The abstract style reflects the ambiguity of emotions and the complexity of human experience, pushing viewers to interpret the piece in a way that resonates personally with them. The interplay of light and dark, sharp lines, and blurred edges is meant to mirror the conflicting emotions we all harbor—strength and fragility, clarity and confusion

"my own limits"

  
I chose to work in an abstract, expressionistic style because it allows for a greater freedom of expression—free from the constraints of realism or representational art. This medium gives me the ability to communicate emotion directly, without the need for a literal narrative or defined figures. The choice of bold, contrasting colors like red and black, along with fluid, gestural brushstrokes, helps to convey a sense of urgency and intensity. This style allows me to explore the depths of human emotion, making the invisible visible, and giving form to feelings that are often intangible. The medium itself, with its unpredictable drips and textures, mirrors the unpredictability of our emotional states, emphasizing the raw and unrefined nature of the human experience.

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The abstract style was a deliberate choice to avoid dictating a specific narrative, instead allowing the viewer to bring their own experiences into the interpretation. The subject matter, focusing on the concept of "another place," was chosen to explore the idea of spaces that exist within us, places that are shaped by our emotions and memories rather than by geographical boundaries. This approach helps to create a piece that is both personal and universal.

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Marc-Etienne Des Rosiers