Monday, November 23, 2009

The Cello Dream


The Cello Dream, 8' X 2 1/2'





Detail of the cello Layers of oil paint create a dynamic texture

The Cello Dream  8’ x 2 ½’

One of the projects I’m working on now is a musical concept inspired by one of my earlier ideas.  This painting is eight feet tall by two and a half feet wide, and will be displayed at Avera McKennan’s new Cancer Institute.


As I thought about this painting, it reminded in some ways of the paintings of Marc Chagall , especially the way he treats some of the human figures.  In this painting,The Birthday Gift, the viewer receives an unmistakable cue that this is more about dramatic movement than realistic portrayal.  The people represented are not rooted in reality, planted on the floor, but floating unhinged and unanchored.  The way they are depicted allows us to see them in the motion of the moment they are living.


In this painting, my cellist plays under a full moon and we are carried by the composition, by the musician’s movement and position, through his dream up to the moon itself.


Works of art are able to communicate across a broad spectrum of people.  Regardless of the viewers’ age and culture, education and economic situation, a piece of art affects its audience.  My hope for this painting, as it communicates with people of all different backgrounds, is that it will open a window for the viewers to drift into their own thoughts.


P.S.  A word about an upcoming event:  I have a month-long solo show at Augustana College, going up on February 11th.  It’s going to be one of my more experimental shows.   For more photos and news, go to my blog.



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13 comments:

  1. hikmaNovember 23, 2009 at 10:43 PM

    Eyob,

    i hope you doing well . thanks alot , i like it

    thanks
    hikma

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  2. Kevin PattenNovember 24, 2009 at 8:26 AM

    Beautiful! Nice work! I can see you are keeping very busy. It was good to hear from you recently.

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  3. juanita andersonNovember 27, 2009 at 1:57 PM

    Greetings to you and your family, Eyob. Thank you for sharing! Beautiful! Inspiring! Wondering what you may have going while I am visiting my mother, Evelyn during the Christmas Season? I will be home to visit her. Would love to see one of your shows? I see you have things hanging for display at the Black Sheep, will there be other places to view your work while I am home? Your work is developing into amazing form. I continue to see the birds of the hearts of men - inspired by the soul - flying through your work, as I viewed your many pieces. Thanks so much,
    Sincerely,
    Juanita

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  4. SankofaNovember 28, 2009 at 12:01 PM

    What an absolutely delightful artist you are. I am fond of the works by Herry O. Tanner for the very reason I like this one as well; you have masterfully captured the illumination of light in darkness. It's also got great elements of your style with a new twists to it. I really love your work Eyob. I am impressed beyond words. When I have my house I know it will be full of works by you. Til then...tena~yestillin.
    sankofa

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  5. bethDecember 2, 2009 at 8:47 PM

    I can't wait to see it in person. It is beauiful! I really like where you have taken this concept. Merry Christmas

    beth

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  6. CiniMoicaDecember 16, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    Good post, amazing looking blog, added it to my favs!!

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  7. Birgit YewMarch 22, 2010 at 9:45 AM

    Hello; see the exceptionnel cello Parhal

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    wow Eyob you are Amazing Keep up great work !!!

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