Reflections. Mixed technics on canvas 45 x 45 cm by Shaharee Vyaas (2023)

This canvas is a further elaboration upon an earlier work that is called The Zone. While The Zone was a rather formal investigation into color and line, this work gives a more impressionistic interpretation of the point where conscious and subconscious thinking processes confluence.It is a collection of free associations upon the metaphoric, tectonic representation … Continue reading Reflections. Mixed technics on canvas 45 x 45 cm by Shaharee Vyaas (2023)

The Decolonization Memorial in Berlin

The 20th century saw the rise of decolonization movements in Africa and Asia, leading to the end of European imperialism in many parts of the world. The decolonization of Africa and Asia led to a deracination of traditional cultures and values.Unfortunately, the corruption of local leaders in Africa and Asia led to chaos and civil … Continue reading The Decolonization Memorial in Berlin

From Lighthouse to Light Buoy. Mixed technics on canvas W 30cm H 40 cm by Shaharee Vyaas (2023)

From Lighthouse to Light Buoy. Mixed technics on canvas W 30cm x H 40 cm by Shaharee Vyaas (2023)

Human history and folklore are riddled by tales of sudden climate changes: the Biblical flood that caused Noah to build his arch and Plato´s tale of the city of Atlantis who disappeared into the sea are among the best-known legends. Noah built an arch filled up with stock he would need to start over again. … Continue reading From Lighthouse to Light Buoy. Mixed technics on canvas W 30cm x H 40 cm by Shaharee Vyaas (2023)

The psycho-historical character of Venice

This canvas (mixed technics on canvas 90 x 90 cm) is a derivate from the psycho-historical map of Venice. The kaleidoscopic perspective allowed me to distillate from the map the intrinsic characteristics of its psycho-historical vibes. Every city has a unique psycho-historical character that reflects its collective memory, culture, and identity. Its architecture, landmarks, streets, … Continue reading The psycho-historical character of Venice

Venice: A Psycho-Historical Map

The artwork “Venice: A psycho-historical Map" (mixed technics on canvas 90 x 90 cm) invites people not to obey existing opinions and common stories about Venice, but to slip away and with confidence listen to their own feelings and play with the city’s atmospheres. It’s concept is based upon the premise that cities have psycho-historical … Continue reading Venice: A Psycho-Historical Map

The Hare, the Fox, and the Human.

The hare, the fox, and the human are all part of an intertwined yet paradoxical cycle of connectedness. Fox and hare, human and balance, enlightenment and infinity, sunyata and sea—all flow together in the never-ending adventure that is life. Love, death, nature, and the planets weave a journey of transcendence, synchronicity, and depths to offer … Continue reading The Hare, the Fox, and the Human.

Civilization and Cosmos. Part 2: Mercury

In this post I want you to bring part 2 of my latest project (for those who missed out on part 1, more info at the bottom of this post). If you want to hear the audio, just click on the image (duration 130 sec). Mercury. Mixed technics on canvas 45 x 45 cm by … Continue reading Civilization and Cosmos. Part 2: Mercury

Waving

Between the 4th and the 6th of November 2022 I attended a conference called Waving, organized by the department of intermedia art of the Art Academy in Krakow. I wrote and designed this small contribution to explore the theme of the conference as a call for action. Waving as a verb relates to a new … Continue reading Waving