Olof Svenblad's Subject Matter is Incomplete and Intruiging
Simal Yilmaz — March 18, 2013 — Art & Design
References: olofsvenblad & artnau
Olof Svenblad creates conceptually ambiguous collages of a variety of subject matter. His most striking ones are portraits of faceless women whose head pieces have been created out of monochromatic nature photographs and faces out of vibrant wildlife scenery.
These unidentified faces become not only interesting but also potentially relatable for their interpretive nature
Olof Svenblad's body of work is heavily bleak and almost ghoulish although some pieces are collected and uni-thematic. A number of figures he creates have abruptly cut limbs, fore-fronting various backgrounds.
The artist's constant depiction of incomplete and decayed figurines is intriguing in a very unsettling way. It leaves the audience in an unsatisfied stance and strikes curiosity of what the thought behind the creation could be. Faceless, limbless and dark, these collages radiate Svenblad's artistic style.
These unidentified faces become not only interesting but also potentially relatable for their interpretive nature
Olof Svenblad's body of work is heavily bleak and almost ghoulish although some pieces are collected and uni-thematic. A number of figures he creates have abruptly cut limbs, fore-fronting various backgrounds.
The artist's constant depiction of incomplete and decayed figurines is intriguing in a very unsettling way. It leaves the audience in an unsatisfied stance and strikes curiosity of what the thought behind the creation could be. Faceless, limbless and dark, these collages radiate Svenblad's artistic style.
Trend Themes
1. Conceptually Ambiguous Collages - Exploring the use of incomplete and intriguing subject matter in collage art.
2. Interpretive Nature Portraits - Creating faceless women portraits using monochromatic nature photographs as head pieces.
3. Incomplete and Decayed Figurines - Using abrupt cut limbs and decayed backgrounds to evoke curiosity and unsettlement in art.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Opportunity for artists to experiment with unconventional and provocative collage techniques.
2. Photography - Innovative use of nature photography to create abstract and thought-provoking artistic compositions.
3. Fashion and Accessories - Inspiration for designers to incorporate nature themes and unconventional materials into headpieces and accessories.
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