October 21, 2009 at 5:58 am (advanced art)
Tags: africa, Elevationism, kenya, theory
Elevationism is just like other advanced art movements. It’s based on the artist and how well he or she connects with daily experiences and surroundings.
The main goal is to try and take the various disciplines of Art and Design to the next level.It might involve ridiculous or outrageous works of art.
It might also involve going into visual extremes (depending on how well the public will embrace the experience).
At the same time ,(on a different note),it might offer opportunities for disadvantaged or marginalized groups of people.
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September 30, 2009 at 5:51 am (philosophy)
Tags: arts, future
What the future offers nobody knows.What the present holds is crucial to determine what the future will offer.
Now looking at the current artistic trends,one can say we are almost there.
Some say an avant- garde approach will help determine what the future holds.
Is this reliable on a long term basis ? How strong is it ? How long will it hold ?
Only the masses can determine- depending on how they embrace or reject the avant-garde.
Anyone can come up with an approach but how reliable is it on a long term basis?
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February 11, 2009 at 5:46 am (advanced art)
Tags: abstracts, acrylics, african, paper
Spacewalk,Acrylics on paper,45cm x 32cm.
Stuff like this should be kept secret.In a collector’s room perhaps? or a Museum? Mmmmm….The world and its wonders.
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February 11, 2009 at 5:28 am (advanced art)
Tags: abstracts, africa, kenya, numerals, paintings
African numerals,Acrylics on paper,64cm x 45cm.
Another one from history loop holes.Curious but inspiring,all on paper.
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February 4, 2009 at 5:03 am (Uncategorized)
Tags: abstract, africa, african, alphabet, art
African alphabet,Acrylics on paper,64cm x 45cm.
To some,pieces like this are considered as fashion art-to be worn and printed on beach wear and teenage T-shirts.To others,this is the way back home- to our early civilizations and communications.
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February 4, 2009 at 4:52 am (Uncategorized)
Tags: abstract, acrylics, africa, kenya, painting, paper
Advanced Cityscape,Acrylics on canvas,20″ x 16″.
This kind of work might look ridiculous and absurd to the viewer but hey! It’s art.Advanced or primitive the same rules of aesthetics apply.
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February 4, 2009 at 4:41 am (advanced art)
Tags: abstracts, acrylics, africa, kenya, paintings
Abstract landscape,Acrylics on paper,64cm x 45cm.
Landscapes and landscape painting has been a favourite subject among artists since time immemorial.They are simple and are favorites with many people.
Here, I just wanted to modify the perception in order to keep up with the changing times.
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January 23, 2009 at 6:39 am (painting)
Tags: abstract, africa, kenya, painting
Flower or Universe,Acrylics on paper,60cm x 45cm.
When I was doing this one,different things were running through my head.How large is the universe? How beautiful it is……witnessing the marvellous work of a Master artist….. 
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January 23, 2009 at 6:01 am (painting)
Tags: abstract, africa, kenya, painting
Romantic Effect,Acrylics on paper,60cm x 45cm.
When I was doing this piece,I wanted to imagine how it was in the beginning.Some refer to it as the “Big Bang” others as the Creation story.
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Advanced art :Brilliance or Folly?
September 30, 2009 at 5:27 am (philosophy)
Tags: advanced, art, commentary
Ever since Wassily and the Irascibles came up,the public has been divided as to whether abstract pieces are true works of art.
Speaking from an African point of view,I can say we have a long way to go.
People have difficulty understanding or interpreting the pieces.
Some consider the works as crude or incomplete.
But what drives an artist to create such work? Is it out of lack of inspiration and ideas? Is it out of anger or bitterness?……..
Only the artist can lead the way by making the public understand the work.
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