"Betsimo" is a large abstract artwork in my Reform series. The reform series aligns with a structural architectural design.
Betsimo has been constructed, then deconstructed in parts, and restructured to create a level of interest as the layers build up and interact. The painting is colourfield, and features vast sections of minimalist colours. The design and style used intended to calm the viewer and or the space that it is hanging. Though it is colourful, the use of muted tones, and generally straight lines ensures that the painting is a statement piece, but is not too dramatic. The complexity in creating an artwork such as Betsimo is all in the design and execution. Each line, each colour and each shape needs to fit in with every other section in the painting. I deliberate every move, and find that making changes adds an interesting level to the under painting layers.
The painting has been continued over onto the sides which adds another dimension to the artwork, and also means it does not need to be framed.
I have signed the painting and finished it off with several layers of matte varnish coat to highlight the colours, and to protect the painting.
The above photos present Betsimo in a home setting, though it would work equally well in an office environment.
Note the images showing the painting mounted on the wall are for illustration purposes only. The correct measurements are provided below. A handy way of determining just how this sized painting will work in your space is to use blue tack dots or removable low tack masking tape on your wall to plot out the border of the painting. This method gives you a realistic impression of how the painting will fit on your wall.