In the latest in our Curios About series on works by Dublin artists, Guinan explores the boundaries of what a painting can be. Click through to see the full work.
Blue, White 2015
By Marc Guinan
Acrylic wrapping, a wooden frame
2400mm x 1200mm, frame size: 1000mm x 600mm
1. This work is about . . . a breaking down of painting as we know it. The work consists of paint and a wooden frame. It is simple and quiet. It is an investigation into materiality and colour.
2. I made this work because . . . I am interested in questioning the position of painting within a gallery space and beyond. Less is more here. I propose that paint need only itself as a support structure and that folds in a painting can be created without a brush.
3. I hope when people see this work they will . . . think about what a painting can be and remember never to underestimate the power of paint, in all its beauty.
4. In terms of art history, this work . . . is a clear acknowledgement of painting history whilst allowing a new look and at the possibilities of painting in 2016. Barnett Newman would be a key influence within this piece.
5. You can see my work . . . at marcguinan.com, and follow me on Instagram and Twitter @marc_guinan
Curios [sic] About is a series featuring works by Dublin artists, curated for us by our friends at the Square in the Circle blog, and hosted there as well as here.
Each artist is asked to submit an image of one work and answer a set of questions about it. We’d love it if you’d submit something you’ve made.
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