Soda Print -A2
Marika JONES
NZ $590
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DESIGNER PROFILE
Marika JONES
Details:
The bowl has been a prevalent symbol in Marika’s work for many years. In her new paintings, however, Marika loses all other embellishments and presents the bowl as an autonomous and coherent work of art.
Historically, the form of the bowl has been a symbol of unity, wholeness and infinity.
The depth of colour and the subtle textures draw the viewer in and these works invoke contemplation.
Printed by the Artist using Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper & K3 Archival Inks
Signed and numbered edition of 80.
Historically, the form of the bowl has been a symbol of unity, wholeness and infinity.
The depth of colour and the subtle textures draw the viewer in and these works invoke contemplation.
Printed by the Artist using Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper & K3 Archival Inks
Signed and numbered edition of 80.
Dimensions:
| Width | Height | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| 420 mm16 & 1/4 in | 594 mm23 & 1/4 in | 2 mm in |
Shipping:
Custom packaged.
Colours/Options:
Many colour options available in this series,please enquire. Framing available.
The bowl has been a prevalent symbol in Marika’s work for many years. In her new paintings, however, Marika loses all other embellishments and presents the bowl as an autonomous and coherent work of art.
Historically, the form of the bowl has been a symbol of unity, wholeness and infinity. For many cultures, the bowl represents the feminine, the womb of life. For others, it has masculine associations, such as the Cup of Christ or Buddha's alms bowl. To Marika, the bowl is emblematic of the self. “These paintings are not still life, they are self portraits.”
Historically, the form of the bowl has been a symbol of unity, wholeness and infinity. For many cultures, the bowl represents the feminine, the womb of life. For others, it has masculine associations, such as the Cup of Christ or Buddha's alms bowl. To Marika, the bowl is emblematic of the self. “These paintings are not still life, they are self portraits.”
The form and texture of the bowl has a physicality that grounds the painting on the canvas, while the depth of colour and the subtle textures draw the viewer in and invoke easeful contemplation.
The bold use of colour conveys Marika’s emotional response to the natural environment. Her move to the far north of New Zealand has inspired her to explore vivid colour tones and these, along with her excellent sense of aesthetics, ensures that the results are harmonious – as such, these paintings represent a successful extension from her
The bold use of colour conveys Marika’s emotional response to the natural environment. Her move to the far north of New Zealand has inspired her to explore vivid colour tones and these, along with her excellent sense of aesthetics, ensures that the results are harmonious – as such, these paintings represent a successful extension from her
earlier monochromatic works. While there is a stillness and meditative quality about these paintings, there too exists a playfulness of movement and light that draws the viewer into a conversation with the art.
Marika studied at Elam and later completed her BFA at Northtec. She has completed many corporate and private commissions and has shown her work throughout New Zealand, Australia and London. Her work is held in collections in Australia, Britain, France, America, Japan and Singapore.
Marika studied at Elam and later completed her BFA at Northtec. She has completed many corporate and private commissions and has shown her work throughout New Zealand, Australia and London. Her work is held in collections in Australia, Britain, France, America, Japan and Singapore.