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Harlequin and the infinite Space-time This exhibition proposal is a joyful , colourful ,different and unique group of paintings, which I would say created in a Post abstract expressionism style. The paintings were created on large wood panels and canvases in various sizes. I have been working on this series of paintings for the past few years. The inspiration came from my interest in science, physics and space. This series always reminds me of the unique personality of the most popularly known zanni or comic servant characters from the Italian Commedia del l’arte, the Harlequin. The primary aspect of Arlecchino was his physical agility. Who while generally depicted as stupid and gluttonous, was very nimble and performed the sort of acrobatics the audience expected to see. The character would never perform a simple action when the addition of a cartwheel, somersault, or flip would spice up the movement. Within these restrictions the character was tremendously elastic and those elements appealed to me while creating this art work. Taking the inspiration and knowledge I got from my interests and readings about science space and physics, combining that with colourful and expressive style while keeping the humour and flexibility. Harlequin Mixed media on Canvas 61 cm x76 cm 2012
