Hmmmm …. I wonder what these represent?
I still can’t tell what’s going on, but this is whimsical to me.
Even though it is difficult for me to apply meaning, I like this abstract design
Is this representing a bug or a fish?
But it connected to something.
Yet it all comes together forming Energy and Grace – after all, energy and momentum are connected.
When I first saw the ArtWorks mural, the abstract side of me liked it, but it doesn’t deliver the boldness that I also enjoy. I see fun, but it also bores me relatively quick. Yet, it served as ArtWorks first abstract mural.
Three reasons exist for Energy and Grace:
- Saluting the resurgence of the downtown neighborhood known as Over the Rhine (OTR)
- Celebrating the Art Academy of Cincinnati (AAC), which moved to OTR in 2005
- Honoring an internationally acclaimed local artist who is also a faculty member at AAC
ArtWorks and AAC collaborated in 2013 to transform one of Kim Krause’s paintings into this mural located at 16 E. 12th Street in downtown Cincinnati. Energy and Grace’s design displays energy and momentum in a fun and whimsical way.
Not long ago I introduced BLINK Cincinnati to readers. For BLINK, Brace Berlin (a production services company) transformed this mural with projection mapping into their version of Energy and Grace – and it is featured below in this 30-second promo for BLINK. Enjoy.
To see more of my posts about the murals of Cincinnati, click here.
To learn more about artist Kim Krause, click here to visit his site.
Thanks to Resa (Toronto’s leading lady) whose posts about street art in Toronto and Winnipeg, got me interested in outdoor art in my area. I invite readers to visit Resa’s blog (but tell her I sent you).
Very interesting to look at. Thanks for sharing.
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Lonely,
Glad you enjoyed this mural. BTW – As an author, I invite you to see my upcoming writing challenge … I will announce the publishing date on Friday. (Will be updated on the linked page). https://afrankangle.wordpress.com/if-challenge/
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The first one seemed to me like a rendering of a parallax view. I saw eyes, mirroring and yet moving separately. Your favorite abstract design was my favorite as well. I got earth, wind, fire and air out of it. The “bug or fish”, to me, represented nothing and everything. Nothing because black is the absence of light and white contains all light.
No idea, really . . lol.
But that’s why I love art. You can immerse yourself in the wonderful mystery of it. There are worlds inside of the endeavor.
Great stuff, Frank.
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Marc,
Actually good points. As some say – never ask an artist what they painted because the artist wants to know what you see.
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Exactly. 😀
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I may know why it seems whimsical to you. They all seem to be floating, untethered from gravity, and yet coherent, this is wonderful whimsy.
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Cindy,
Good points … and along with its playful look.
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“it all comes together forming Energy and Grace – after all, energy and momentum are connected.” – and there it is. Lovely piece. I enjoy large scale outdoor artwork that is shared with the public. (They just finished the annual “awards” for the downtown Houston scene’s – but I’ve been searching for videos of them. Many not in safe walkable areas there)
Open ended is fabulous – makes people think. Although somethings just exist to be exactly what they are and no more…hard for humans not to assign meanings/objectives for stuff. Realistically for the “older abstract art works” if the viewer doesn’t know the intention/purpose of the piece, then it is totally confusing. As you have shown, getting to close to things or getting stuck on detail obscures the whole.
It’s a daily piece – different from the boldness of most – but as another commenter said – whimsical.
Cool post(s), Frank
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Mouse,
Glad you enjoyed this whimsical look. Hope you watched the video!
Amazing how murals are playing a part in cities … and in many places, helping to transform areas.
BTW – I encourage you to see the post before this one.
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I love these Artwork posts. Thanks, Frank
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John,
Thank you kind sir. In this post I tried to tie ArtWorks and Blink together. I need to return to downtown to capture more murals.
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You might wait until the weather gets better.
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Definitely not going out on a cold day!
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Good thinking.
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Lovely post, Frank! The piece moves, and how very interesting that it was ArtWorks first abstract. Loved seeing it BLINK!
As always, thank you for the shout out! It’s so great that you found joy in street art and murals. Makes me happy.
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Resa,
I knew you would enjoy this one and the BLINK version. The next 2 BLINK posts (hopefully this coming weekend) feature what BLINK did to murals I previously featured here. Stay tuned!!!!
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The artwork does encourage one to think about connections. An interesting post Frank.
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Colline,
Oh yes … well stated … and for me it is true with this mural because the connections require thought … and I’m not sure I did that until I researched the mural.
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The mural art and the video itself brings everything together.
Particles of our DNA or space particles of our universe and the harmony of art balance in our world. 🙂
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Charlie,
Glad you see this exhibition helps through the eyes of peace and harmony. That’s a great statement!
I’m not sure if you did or didn’t, but the previous post introducing BLINK is worthwhile. Hopefully two more posts coming this weekend.
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I’ll take a visit to your blog that is “Blink”. Looking forward to more of your post. 🙂
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A lovely piece indeed.Whimsical and brought to life through BLINK!
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Dale,
Glad to know that whimsical was a good choice as a descriptor. Plus, serving as encouragement for you to attend the upcoming Montreal event is an added plus. I hope to have two more BLINK posts next weekend.
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Indeed it was and is.
Cool!
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I LOVE it but, then again, I’m obsessed with ART … any art. I enjoy the creative eye that artists have plus the thoughts they may or may not have about their art. Whimsical describes it well. It’s also the name of my hubby’s artwork. Copper Whimsea’s by Al. FUN … FUN … Fun
Check out his work:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/copperwhimseasbyal/
Have a wonderful week …
Isadora 😎
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Isadora,
BLINK was an overload on the senses for art lovers! Amazing that my choice of whimsical for this mural has been affirmed by multiple commenters. Thanks for the link to hubby’s art … yes … definitely whimsical … but I many see fun and well done!
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It is amazing what they can project onto buildings these days. And I loved the way you introduced us to that mural art . And yes Like energy pulsating, Its vibrant and exciting.. But for me personally lacks life.. 🙂 Yet I have painted abstract before now 🙂 :-)So pleased you included the video Frank.. 🙂
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Sue,
Yes … today’s projections are amazing … and I will be showing more in this series. Make sure you go back one post where I introduce BLINK. More to come (probably next weekend).
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I love abstract art. Even attempt it myself. Thanks for sharing as that is art’s intention. To make people feel and that’s a good thing.
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Thanks for introducing me to Kim Krause’s art, who’s website I just visited. Great stuff! My favorites were Pandora #4, Study for the Nymphs, and The Nature of Things (N.O.T.).
And by the way, for abstract (and all art) you really hit the nail on the head with your reply “Never ask an artist what they painted because the artist wants to know what you see.”
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It does look like energy and grace. 🙂
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Merril,
Glad it fits!
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I very much appreciate abstract art, and I love this offering! It does remind me of exhibits at the marine aquarium, except I’m thrown off a bit with the sky blue. But it’s definitely a ‘feel good” expression!
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Debra,
I too like abstract art, but this one just didn’t grab me … well, until I saw what BLINK did with it. “Feel good” is a good descriptor!
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