Ben Randall
MOON HATCHED GARDENS GATED BY PLEASURE, 2024
Oil on Canvas
Height 122 cm x Width 91 cm
Artwork is stretched and ready to hang & comes with certificate of authenticity
Moon Hatched Gardens Gate By Pleasure explores the tension between guilty pleasures and the lust for life. The bold shapes and blended brushstrokes symbolize the duality of the overwhelming pull of indulgence - the angel on one shoulder, with the devil on the other. The layered textures suggest a deeper complexity that lies beneath the surface of all relationships. Each mark is both an act of abandon and an attempt to control; reflecting the push and pull between surrendering to momentary satisfaction and our relentless pursuit of something more.
The rich and vibrant palette evokes both passion and excess, drawing the viewer into an intimate dialogue with their own hidden desires. The work celebrates the raw intensity of living fully, yet hints at the shadow of guilt that often follows indulgence.
Through Moon Hatched Gardens Gate By Pleasure, I seek to offer an insight into the pleasure; in all its forms; as an inescapable, ever-present force that is both exhilarating and haunting.
Painted with the highest quality oil paints this is a one-of-a-kind, never to be reproduced original artwork. Signed and dated on the back, the artwork is painted on a cotton canvas stretched over a pine frame and ready to hang.
Artist Bio: Ben Randall is a contemporary Australian abstract artist, who is deeply inspired by the intricate beauty of nature and the complexities of humanity. Randall endeavours to encapsulate these core themes, using shapes, marks and colours to evoke emotions and provoke contemplation.
Each painting Randall creates is imbued with personal meaning and emotional depth, yet he is wary of imposing an interpretation onto the viewer. Instead, Randall aims to provide a canvas for individual reflection and exploration. He believes that true artistry lies in the ability to elicit diverse interpretations and resonate uniquely with each observer.
In essence, his paintings serve as conduits for self-discovery and introspection, inviting viewers to imbue their own experiences and perspectives into the abstract tapestry of colours and forms.
Ultimately, Randall strives to evoke a sense of wonder and curiosity, allowing each new viewer to uncover their own meaning within the layers of my art.