Anthurium in Vase, 2001 (2001) by San SarakornborirakArt Centre Silpakorn University
A still life is a foundation of fine arts every artist has to practice countless times, whether it is drawing or painting. Still life works enable painters to master their execution of light, shadows, objects, textures, space, and composition.
As seen in the work by San Sarakornborirak, a still life work is finished meticulously and charismatically.
Looking at the composition, it integrates various distances, from very near to very far, as well as the background giving a narrative through color schemes, as if the colors embrace the object.
Despite the number of objects in one work, each item is carefully composed, organized, and distinguished through a variety of fabrics, shiny ceramic jars, flowers, and colors.
The work has a realistic representation reflected in the use of quick precise brush strokes and visible thick paints on the canvas following the Western art.
The painting also portrays a skillful of wiping colour to create perfect light and shadow.
When looked closely, the painting is seemed like an cheerful abstract artwork. On the other hand, the painting presents realistic flowers when looked from afar.
This artwork is a part of Silpakorn Art Collections, which are award-winning works from the National Exhibition of Art and Exhibition of Contemporary Art by Young Artists. They are under the care and the management of Art Centre Silpakorn University.
