In 'Dali Dreams' I invite the viewer into a surreal world where reality and imagination blur.
I've always been inspired by the mid-century fascination with futurism and its aesthetic. For this piece I wanted to add that to Dali's surrealism.
Having the opportunity to be up close to Dali's Triumphant Elephant sculpture in Adelaide's Rundle Mall and Dance of Time II (a melting clock) sculpture at Adelaide Airport also helped inform this piece.
Here, time isn't linear; it's experienced through memory, fantasy and imagination. I see Dali inviting us to wonder what might exist in those creative spaces where the rules of physics and logic don't apply.
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20 x 24" (51 x 61cm)
Acrylic and mixed media on stretched canvas.
Edges are painted blue.
Comes with D-rings and wire across the back, ready to hang or you can choose to have it framed.
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Dali Dreams is one of four works in my 'Art legends through time' series.
This series was inspired by exhibitions I attended in 2023, including Frida & Diego in Adelaide, visits to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Kusama's Infinity Mirrors in London and Dalí sculptures around Adelaide.
I started 'Art legends through time' thinking about how the past, present and possibilities for the future converge, while highlighting each artist for their contributions and impact on the art world.
My original vision was to capture their likenesses in mid-century, retro futuristic landscapes where the past and future merge, reflecting the worlds they lived in and the lasting influence they continue to have on art and culture.
As the paintings evolved, they each took on their own distinct personality.
These four artists - Yayoi Kusama, Salvador Dali, Frida Kahlo and Vincent Van Gogh - though separated by geography and time, each pushed personal and creative boundaries, becoming symbols of resilience and artistic exploration.
While referencing their iconic works, I wanted to celebrate them as timeless visionaries - artists whose influence continues to inspire and connect across so many generations.