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Totem, created in 2013, is an early larger work from the black & white series. Monaghan's earlier black and whites usually had an expansive landscape feel with the iconic faces and spirits that appear in all of his works. A continuation of Monaghan's black and white series, Totem explores movement, texture and light with the use of egg shell. Made as action art, these pieces focus on space, broad bold marks and light.
- Medium : Acrylic, Objects on Canvas
- Other details : Artwork on supported wooden frame. Ready to hang. Framing on request.
- Dimensions : 68x80in
Todd Monaghan
United States
« My work is about finding what exists in the accidental or random, finding inspiration in the dance, and celebration of the practice. This is my making process. »
Todd Monaghan explores spontaneous intuition and the subconscious mind through 'flicking, spilling, dripping, and scraping' paint into multi-layered, textural, and immersive works. The American painter and sculptor's pieces are created through impulsive movements that welcome chance and experimentation. Monaghan does not paint using an easel, instead preferring to pin his canvases to the walls of his studio. He places them on the floor and back onto the walls, searching for new discoveries every time.
Credentials
- Established Artist
- International Exposure
- Works on commission