The artwork showcases a bold and vibrant abstract composition. The canvas is filled with a dynamic interplay of colors, including shades of blue, red, orange, and yellow, which are applied in a gestural, expressive manner. The overall design features angular, jagged shapes that create a sense of movement and energy, with a strong emphasis on the interplay of negative and positive spaces. The style and technique employed suggest an expressionistic approach, wherein the spontaneous and emotive qualities of the brushstrokes are central to the work's impact. The historical context or the artist's intention behind this piece is not explicitly clear, but the abstract nature and dynamic visual language convey a sense of exploration and experimentation within the realm of contemporary 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. ...
