This abstract painting features a dynamic interplay of bold colors and gestural brushstrokes. The predominant colors are deep blues and greens, with vibrant orange lines and shapes that weave throughout the canvas, creating a sense of movement and energy. The composition is complex, with intersecting planes and overlapping forms that draw the viewer's eye across the surface. The artist's expressive technique, characterized by thick, energetic brushwork, contributes to the overall sense of spontaneity and emotional intensity. This work reflects the artist's exploration of abstraction, aiming to evoke a visceral response rather than depict any specific subject matter. ...
Samuel Jablon’s artistic practice is firmly rooted in poetry, a constant source of inspiration for him as he seeks to explore the dynamic interplay between language and materiality. His paintings combine elements of adult malaise with romanticized childhood memories, resulting in a palpable tension between words and materiality that is deeply embedded in poetic verse. Some of his titles exude innocence and beauty, such as 'Honey on My Tongue' and 'Washed by Sun,' while others, like 'Death is Elsewhere' and 'Comfort Can Fuck Itself,' convey a sense of nihilism. Through his work, Jablon creates a psychoanalytic wormhole that transports the viewer from benign critical designations to mundane anxieties and fever dreams. His use of oil stick results in a spontaneous and harmonious convergence of colors, while the blocky capital letters, which are anthropomorphic and aggressive, scream at the viewer. However, Jablon intentionally obscures the potential meaning and initial understanding of his works through the strategic use of visual information. ...
