In these acrylic paintings, the artist depicts simplified scenarios of observed and imagined social dynamics. These suspenseful stories involve archetypal representations of contemporary working or commuting figures with ambiguous intentions. These ordinary subjects have much of their information removed, allowing the slightest gesture to hold weight and helping to deepen these existential moments. Morrison repeatedly edits a painting to build nuances, striking a delicate balance between information and imagination. He dramatizes scale and distance for effect and subdues his colors to establish a dreamlike, hazy atmosphere. The result is an act of meditation, where intimate and private resistance can cultivate a critical reading and perception of the world.
Luke Morrison
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