This artwork features a delicate, ethereal silhouette depicted in a light-colored line against a rich, brown background. The overall composition has a minimalist, understated quality, with the focus drawn to the intricate, almost architectural details of the central figure. The artist appears to have employed a technique akin to line drawing or etching, creating a sense of depth and dynamism within the static image. While the subject matter remains ambiguous, the work exudes a contemplative, almost mystical mood, hinting at the artist's intention to evoke a sense of the sublime or the transcendent. ...
Sunil Padwal examines perception, identity, and the human experience. He explores the interplay between fragility and resilience, using layered textures and meticulous mark-making to evoke depth and complexity in his compositions. By transforming everyday materials into expressive surfaces, Padwal emphasizes the tactile and sensory qualities of his work, inviting viewers to engage closely with both medium and meaning. His exploration of the human figure remains central, often depicted with layered or fragmented forms that reflect psychological and emotional nuance. Through his process, Padwal examines how individuals navigate space, memory, and contemporary urban life, creating works that resonate with both personal and collective experience. By elevating simple materials into vessels of narrative and reflection, Padwal’s art engages with broader questions of temporality, perception, and the vulnerability inherent in existence. His practice balances introspection and observation, offering viewers a contemplative encounter with the layered realities of human life. ...
Newchild was founded by Diego Castaño, Chandler Noah and Sarah Vanwelden in 2020 in Antwerp, Belgium. Newchild serves as a physical and digital platform for established and emerging artists whose practice is defined by conceptualism, narrative and an ambitious technical approach.
Newchild was created to cultivate cross-pollination and meaningful exchange, fostering a collaborative environment for artists to explore beyond their established modes of expression. It curates a regular programme of offbeat exhibitions, participates in art fairs globally and works in close collaboration with foundations and museums. ...
