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In Oliver Coran's "Untitled," a muted color palette contrasts with vibrant, abstract patterns in the background. The central figure—a sketch-like form—stands in dynamic pose with bold, black outlines and colorful, textured boots, creating layers of depth. The artwork's style blends the fluidity of impressionism with abstract expressionism. Painted on a transparent plastic surface, this piece invites viewers to explore themes of perception and recognition, as Coran's innovative technique encourages interaction with the shifting, overlapping imagery. The historical references span digital expressions and traditional Japanese art, emphasizing a dialogue between past and present visual cultures. ...
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Coran has been painting on plastic for ten years, a technique whose references are wide-ranging—from digital screens to 19th-century Japanese reverse glass painting. He has developed a method of painting on both sides of the transparent surface, producing multiple overlapping foregrounds and backgrounds. The see-through surface is not just a support but part of the image itself. It catches light, mirrors, and introduces a delay—something you have to look through. Painting on plastic suspends the image within shifting, disorienting effects that reflect his exploration of perception, recognition, and the slippages between them. ...