Short-listed for the Omnia Art Prize 2024 – one of Australia's premier contemporary art awards and exhibitions. Editions 5 & 6 sold on opening night.
Edition #7/15.
Signed and numbered by the artist.
Print size: 50cm(W) x 70cm(H). Image size: approx 44cm(W) x 61cm(H).
Medium: Premium archival ink on Pacesetter Satin paper. 200 gsm.
This piece belongs to the ‘neon_ghetto_flux’ collection of works. Titled 'liquid chemistry', it's the first in a trilogy which delves into the present and future involvement of technology on humanity and society. This tension is apparent, as noted in the titles of the artwork.
The high-tech and gleaming colours, ‘the neon flux’ is heavily present across the three works, but not over shadowing the ‘ghetto’ of decay and old, which Simon merges with cleverness. This provides an atmosphere of uncertainty. The imagery intends to provoke emotion; making it the essential indicator of someone’s ‘humanity’.
About the Omnia Art Prize
The Omnia Art Prize is a prestigious award that celebrates excellence in contemporary art. It aims to recognize and promote artists who push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. The prize attracts submissions from around Australia, showcasing a diverse range of artistic expressions and mediums. Being shortlisted for the Omnia Art Prize is a testament to the artistic merit and distinctive vision of the work, offering significant exposure and the opportunity to be featured among the leading contemporary artists of today.