“Separate Lives,” I am drawn into the intricate layers of color and texture, which evoke the complexities of life in a metropolis. The abstract grid-like pattern, with its intersecting lines and overlapping hues of green, yellow, and hints of red, mirrors the crowded yet isolated existence so many experience in a bustling city. The brushstrokes are heavy and deliberate, suggesting both the closeness and the disconnection between people living in such dense environments.
In this piece, I wanted to capture the paradox of urban life—how individuals can be surrounded by others and yet feel completely alone. The varying shades and strokes represent the different lives and stories coexisting within the same space, each one distinct yet interconnected by the shared environment. This painting is a visual exploration of the urban condition, where proximity does not necessarily equate to connection, and where isolation can be as palpable as the physical structures that define the cityscape.
For me, “Separate Lives” is not just a commentary on urban isolation, but also a reflection on the human condition within these environments. It speaks to the emotional and psychological landscapes that are shaped by our surroundings, inviting viewers to contemplate their own experiences of connection and isolation in the spaces they inhabit.
Acrylic on canvas board
30 x 30 cm
Framed 32 x 32 cm