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Memento by Anjana Rai – Oil on canvas, stretched and ready to hang.

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With this artwork I explore the expressive potential of the impasto technique, reveling in the lush and tactile qualities it imparts to the canvas. Through the layering of thick, buttery oil colours—ranging from the radiant blues and yellows to the soft pinks, greys, and whites—I aim to create a visually dynamic and emotionally charged abstract composition. The canvas becomes a stage for an exuberant dance of colours, each stroke applied with intention to build a richly textured surface. The impasto method allows for a sculptural quality, bringing the artwork to life with a sense of depth and complexity. At the heart of this vibrant chaos, strokes of black paint intertwine with the other hues, forming an intricate pattern that suggests the emergence of a portrait. This focal point draws viewers into the captivating dance between order and disorder, inviting them to navigate the complexities within the composition. Embracing the unpredictability and spontaneity of the process, I deliberately allow the colours to blend and collide, creating a visually stimulating and immersive experience. The resulting artwork is intentionally messy, a celebration of the inherent beauty found in chaos.