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"Divorce no.19" by Jasmine Gregory features a dominating mix of dark, swirling colors with hints of blue, grey, and white, creating a turbulent texture. The word "DIVORCE" is prominently displayed in deep red, symbolizing separation and tension. Gregory's style merges abstract expressionism with a textual element, combining emotional depth with graphic boldness. Through this piece, she critiques societal power dynamics and the complexities of human relationships, highlighting her broader narrative of questioning traditional artistic discourse. ...
Through painting, sculpture and installation, Jasmine Gregory explores the tensions of artistic production within a narrative system on the dominant values and symbols of hierarchy and power that permeate the social space. Jasmine Gregory’s paintings and sculptures are rich in historical references and are inspired by a critical and at times sarcastic reflection on painting as an artistic medium in today’s world. “My painterly ability and style switch between academicism and amateurism, highly stylized and playful, dark and comedic to create unconventional relationships within the composition that challenge and critique the traditional discourse of painting.” In 2023 Gregory was amongst the finalists of the Swiss Art Awards. She lives and works in Zurich. ...