This abstract artwork features bold, vibrant colors and dynamic shapes that create a sense of movement and energy. The predominant use of fiery orange and black forms an intense, striking composition. The organic, curving lines and angular shapes suggest a graphic, stylized representation of some unidentifiable subject matter. The artist's distinctive techniques, such as the rough, expressive brushwork and contrast between solid areas and gestural markings, reflect an avant-garde, expressionist approach reminiscent of mid-20th century abstract art. ...
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. ...
