165. Ecrane ale Realităţii [2024]

"Screens of Reality" is an evocative and suggestive title that can capture the essence of the composition. Television screens can be viewed as windows to various aspects of reality, and viewers are invited to look inside to reflect and better understand the surrounding world. The large screen, strategically placed in the center of the composition, shines intensely, wanting to captivate the viewer's attention. Similar to Munch's "Scream", this image can evoke a feeling of anxiety and desperation. The gas mask and the gestures of the character suggest a state of panic and suffocation. His gaze directed towards the sky may symbolize a call for help or a search for a solution in the midst of despair. The image can be interpreted as an expression of the individual's anxiety and inner suffering in the face of a hostile and threatening world. Around the central screen, other TVs are arranged, each displaying various snapshots that seem to compose a complex panorama of the contemporary world. The background of the painting is dominated by an intense shade of red, which can evoke both unease and the idea of alarm or alert, suggesting a vibrant and captivating atmosphere, but also some warnings or imminent dangers. The theme of these images is diverse and includes aspects related to armed conflicts, environmental pollution, natural disasters, or other aspects related to the human psyche. At the same time, the painting suggests a deep reflection on the way communication media shape our perceptions and behaviors and their impact on society and the surrounding world. They induce the viewer into a state of constant anguish and anxiety about a bleak future where a catastrophic event is imminent. The viewer is invited to reflect on the way he is influenced by these media and the role he plays in the consumption and interpretation of the information and images conveyed by the media. (Andrei Tiba)

Dimensions

width 137 cm, height 94 cm

Description

acrilic pe pânză, signed, dated and titled on the back, in black, "Andrei Tiba, Screens of reality, 2024"

Dating

2024

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