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An oil painting with interconnected drill holes cut into it in a hexagon-like pattern
An oil painting with interconnected drill holes cut into it in a hexagon-like pattern — shown in a room setting
An oil painting with interconnected drill holes cut into it in a hexagon-like pattern
An oil painting with interconnected drill holes cut into it in a hexagon-like pattern
An oil painting with interconnected drill holes cut into it in a hexagon-like pattern — artist's signature
An oil painting with interconnected drill holes cut into it in a hexagon-like pattern — edge view
An oil painting with interconnected drill holes cut into it in a hexagon-like pattern — detail
An oil painting with interconnected drill holes cut into it in a hexagon-like pattern — shown hanging
Painting by Malcolm Koch 26 Artworks Sold

Helium Sculpture (contemplation side)

Mixed Media, Plastic, Framed by Artist

103cm (W) x 77cm (H) x 8.2cm (D)

Certificate of Authenticity Included

Framed by Artist

A$8,320

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Artwork Description

This double-sided framed sculpture is an investigation into the aesthetic structure of a helium atom. The atom is represented by drill holes piercing the surface (applied when curled up). The canvas is then re-stretched to the 2D form to reveal the reciprocal, opposing marks that echo atomic particle values. One side shows my thoughts and working notes (methodology), the other allows for contemplation.

Finally, the work is mounted so that both sides may be viewed.

Artist Bio
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Malcolm Koch 62 artworks | 0 Sold

My curved 'canvases' are treated as three-dimensional objects. However, rather than approaching the relationship between solidity and space like a sculptor would, I aim to return to the "flat two-dimensional picture plane." Why is this important?

Nature loves curves. To connect as closely with nature as possible, since we are all part of the same energy, curves challenge us to move beyond linear thinking. This type of thinking often simplifies our daily decisions into straightforward cause-and-effect scenarios. In contrast, curves allow us to explore the ambiguity between the present and the future. The tension inherent in a curve, when juxtaposed with the comfort of a flat plane, invites us on a transformative, nonlinear journey. This journey encourages deeper reflection and meditation on our observations.

Since 2004, I've been evolving this aesthetic thought.

Commissions
Malcolm's studio is in Adelaide‚ South Australia