Acrylic on canvas, stretched and ready to hang.
Signed on the back.
Composition 001 by Stiles Be is a visceral journey into the mind’s hidden landscapes, expressed through abstract expressionist techniques in black and white. The artwork features multidimensional shapes and spontaneous brushstrokes, capturing a moment of thought unfolding in real-time. The lack of colour allows the viewer to focus solely on the interplay between form and movement, highlighting the raw intensity and immediacy of the creative process.
This piece is an exploration of the brain's intricate relationship between thought and emotion, specifically focusing on how micro emotions can trigger spontaneous thoughts. Stiles Be draws inspiration from neuroscience, cantering the work around the role of the amygdala—a critical hub in the brain that influences emotional processing and decision-making. The amygdala's connections with the frontal lobe, particularly the lower regions associated with urges and desires, are central to the concept. This brain network not only interprets the emotional significance of perceptions and memories but can also shape those experiences. Composition 001 translates this complex interaction into a visual form, with each brushstroke and shape embodying a thought or emotion being processed within this neural circuitry.
The absence of a clear narrative reflects the artist’s intent to create a visual map of thought flow, rather than a definitive story. Stiles Be seeks to engage the viewer in an open-ended dialogue, allowing each individual to interpret and connect with the artwork in their own way. The spontaneity of the brushstrokes and the lack of structured form mirror the unpredictability and fluidity of thought itself, creating an immersive experience that invites viewers to contemplate their own cognitive processes.
In many ways, Composition 001 becomes a reflection of the viewer as much as it is a representation of the artist’s mind. It challenges us to engage with our own internal landscapes, drawing attention to the subtle yet powerful ways in which our emotions and thoughts shape our perceptions. By removing narrative constraints, the artwork remains alive with possibility, an evolving representation of thought and emotion that continues to shift and transform with each viewer's gaze.