This contemporary artwork features a striking composition with a person suspended in mid-air, surrounded by a flock of birds against a cloudy sky backdrop. The vivid colors, including the deep blue of the figure's clothing, are juxtaposed with the monochrome birds, creating a visually compelling contrast. The surreal, dreamlike quality of the scene suggests a symbolic or metaphorical representation, perhaps exploring themes of freedom, the human condition, or the relationship between the individual and the natural world. The artist's distinctive technique blends realism and fantastical elements, inviting the viewer to ponder the deeper meaning and significance of this thought-provoking piece. ...
Morgan Wills works directly on his canvases, creating and building composition and subject matter over time. His paintings take on a 'story' through the process of making, with the relationships between figures and objects gaining substance and weight. There is an ambiguous feeling when looking at his work: we are in the middle of a scene, yet it is detached from us. Wills' use of bright colours and bold shapes is at first glance light and amusing - but through the use of repetition, gesture and the absurd, Wills manages to address the existential fears inherent in the human condition and alludes to the anxieties in the creative process itself. ...
