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Can You Hear The Music Painting

Olena Moloda

Ukraine

Painting, Molten Glass on Canvas

Size: 51.2 W x 39.4 H x 1 D in

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ABOUT THE ARTWORK

The painting "Can you Hear the Music" depicts a bird perched on a branch. The white background with textured paste symbolizes the purity and fragility of life. The branch and bird are crafted in gold, representing beauty and value but also emphasizing the delicacy of this beauty. The golden elements symbolize sunlight and hope, yet in the context of the atomic bomb, they also signify great responsibility and potential danger. The black contour made with molten glass adds clarity and contrast, symbolizing the shadow of destruction that accompanies technological progress. Molten glass represents the unpredictability and fragility of our modern world, where a single action can have catastrophic consequences. Symbolism and Meaning The title Can you Hear the Music alludes to the movie "Oppenheimer," which deals with the creation of the atomic bomb. It prompts reflection on the fragility of life and how easily it can be destroyed by human means. The bird on the branch symbolizes peace and innocence, but the golden bird against the black glass background reminds us how quickly peace can turn into chaos through human actions. The black contour surrounding the bird and branch evokes the looming threat of destruction. This contrast highlights the precarious balance of life on Earth, dependent on the decisions of a few individuals. One person with access to nuclear weapons can destroy millions of lives, and this fragility is the painting's central theme.

DETAILS AND DIMENSIONS
Painting:

Molten Glass on Canvas

Original:

One-of-a-kind Artwork

Size:

51.2 W x 39.4 H x 1 D in

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I'm Olena Moloda, a Ukrainian full time artist. I wanted to create something truly unique in the world of art. I envisioned paintings that would encompass the transparency of the Old Holland Masters, the lightness of the minimalists, the fleeting moments captured by the Impressionists, the raw emotion expressed by the Expressionists, and the dynamic energy of contemporary art. However, achieving this vision posed a significant challenge. Traditional materials couldn't quite capture the essence I sought. The idea of using literal molten glass was tantalizing, but impractical—canvas simply can't withstand such intense heat. So, I embarked on the challenging journey of developing a material that could mimic the appearance of molten glass. I needed a substance that would retain the fluidity and vibrancy of molten glass while being compatible with canvas—a task never before attempted. Epoxy resin and similar materials were considered, but they fell short of my standards. They lacked the durability needed for a lasting painting on canvas, especially susceptible to cracking, particularly when rolled. Undeterred by these obstacles, I persevered. After extensive experimentation and research, I succeeded in creating my own molten glass formula—a material that not only emulated the fluidity and vibrancy of molten glass but also endured the rigors of the artistic process. This breakthrough marked a pivotal moment in my artistic journey. It was then, with this innovative material in hand, that I realized the significance of my work. This new style, born from a blend of artistic influences and my own experimentation, needed a name—a name that would capture its essence and its potential. And so, I coined the term "Moltenism." This name not only reflects the fluidity and dynamism of the style but also signifies the melting away of traditional boundaries in art. Through Moltenism, I strive to push the boundaries of artistic expression, offering viewers a visually stunning and emotionally resonant experience unlike any other.

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