The warmth of a beautiful summer day remains palpable in this sunset. The rays of the low sun and the sparkle of the water are recognisable in this abstract collage.
Wonderful in its simplicity, this work ultimately consists of only 16 pieces of crepe paper repeated in columns. The visible structure of the paper enhances the idea of beach and sand.
At my home in Western Australia, summers are hot and we often seek coolness in the ocean at the end of hot days. I think this collage perfectly captures that moment, and how we feel.
This piece can ALSO be infinitely repeated horizontally, so it can also be used perfectly well on a (bedroom) wall.
Ariane is a Dutch artist who have been living in Western Australia for the past 25 years. A few years ago she changed careers from financial marketing to paper cut art.
You can see the sunny and warm climate where she lives, reflected in her collages!
Paper is Ariane’s favourite material...
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