John Christensen
Wonderfully detailed and emotive landscapes with non-traditional subjects and compositions. Not mountains and lakes in other words.
John has been known for his dramatic, rocky landscapes and his more recent sandscapes. All of them shared the common theme of mystery and enigma.
In his latest 3 series he explores that more.
This gave rise to the question he asked : “What is the significance of Enigmas for Mankind?" His paintings explore this question.
The landscapes appear partially recognisable. The focal point, in each painting, deliberately develops the mystery further. The works remain enigmatic, and that creates a quiet disruption between perception and resolution.
From this point on contemplation begins. The paintings dwell on uncertainty - an experience of looking that remains open. In essence, while an enigma is a puzzle, it’s true value lies in the journey of trying to understand it; to appreciate the wonder of the unknown; to consider what might be.
