Deflection

by Hilary Clarcq

Earlier this year, I started making abstract monoprints on an etching press purely for the fun of it. This piece marks the first oil painting that I’ve completed on top of one of those exploratory prints.

Starting with a monoprint has allowed me to compose abstractly on-the-fly, without knowing precisely what the final image will be. In this case, the shapes and textures in the initial print gave me the feeling of being caught up in a whirlwind and deflected off course. This concept really resonated with me, especially during these chaotic and uncertain times, and I sought to carry that feeling through in the final painting.

Details: Ink and oil paint on paper mounted to 1.75" deep cradled panel. Ready-to-hang, unframed. Signed in lower left.
Product Height: 6"
Product Width: 12"

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Hilary Clarcq

Hilary Clarcq is an illustrator and gallery artist. Her oil paintings often favor symbolism over literal narrative, and they tend to have a surreal or dreamlike quality. Her work has been recognized by Spectrum Fantastic Art, Illustration West, and Infected by Art. She was the recipient of the Muddy Colors Rising Stars Award in 2019 and the Jack Gaughan Award for Best Emerging Artist in 2021.