Above: Ben Randall, Overflowing Touch of Persistent Harmony, 2023. Oil on canvas, 102 x 102cm.
Overflowing Touch of Persistent Harmony by Ben Randall delves into the depths of human experience, exploring the intricate interplay of colours and forms. Masterfully crafted, Randall plays with composition and form, inviting the viewer to draw their own meaning out of the of work. Form and function intertwine with the brilliant use of colour to create an engaging work.
GRACE ALTY
FINE ARTS SPECIALIST AT INTERNATIONAL ART CENTRE, AUCKLAND
Randall’s Overflowing Touch of Persistent Harmony is a painterly work that references the essence of long-lasting love. Pink flesh-like tones gently harmonise with pastel yellow and purple hues. Inter-locking shapes create a flowing circular formation within the composition, offering the viewer a sense of the emotional and physical exchange experienced through a deep human connection. The work delicately balances soft tones with stronger gestural markings, leaving the impression of a passionate and meaningful encounter.
CASSANDRA HARD LAWRIE
CURATOR & VISUAL ARTS COORDINATOR, ART SPACE ON THE CONCOURSE (WILLOUGHBY CITY COUNCIL)
This bright abstract painting is characterised by vibrant colours, bold brushstrokes, and dynamic shapes. The artist uses a variety of textures and the repetition of curved shapes, to create a lively and energetic composition that draws your eye through the work over and over. Overall, it conveys a sense of movement and whimsy, inviting viewers to engage with its playful nature.
LUKE POTKIN
FAIR DIRECTOR, THE OTHER ART FAIR