Color Makes Sense
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Color Makes Sense is inspired by Picasso’s philosophy that art should always innovate, I have aimed to challenge traditional notions of what art is and how it can be experienced while making it more accessible to visually impaired or deaf people. The resulting artwork is a fusion of two photographs that together form a complete portrait of one face.
The negatives are embedded in an epoxy layer and then transformed into a tabletop, creating a unique and mysterious artwork that can only be reproduced once. In that way, you can view this photograph as a painting. 100 years ago Pablo Picasso was known for his innovative and experimental approach to art, but there was one medium that he was hesitant to embrace: photography. Despite its growing popularity in the early 20th century, Picasso was wary of this new medium, fearing that it would replace traditional painting. Fast forward to today, and we find ourselves in a similar situation with the rise of digital art. While some artists are embracing this new medium, others are more hesitant due to its lack of tactile and sensory experience compared to traditional art forms. One of the main disadvantages of digital art is that it lacks the tactile and sensory experience that traditional art forms offer. You can’t smell the oil paint, feel the texture of the canvas, or hear the sound of the brush strokes.
In a way, Color Makes Senses is a continuation of what Picasso started over a century ago. Where I explore the boundaries of artistic expression through the use of multiple senses and mediums.
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The artwork is a fusion of two photographs, each measuring 100x100cm, which together form a complete portrait of one face. The total work measures 200x100cm. With the "darkroom print" the piece remains a mysterious and intriguing artwork that can only be reproduced once. The negatives are embedded in an epoxy layer and then immortalized in a tabletop. This ensures that the negative can never be used again and the table becomes the certificate of authenticity.
Darkroom print 100x100 in wooden frame with art glass
Epoxy table in a frame of steel
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Edition 1/1
Price on request
Contact info@pablocantatore.com
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This piece is carefully wrapped and shipped in a custom made transport box to your adres. Secured and checked by Pablo Cantatore.
Here you can see the steps I took to create this art
In the first video you see what we did over the last couple of months to create this piece.
In the second video you see how we invented a new way of making a certificate of authenticity. By making an epoxy table where we used the negatives of the shoot.
In the third video you see how we created a soundscape from the elements that I have used in my shoot. And how we digitalised the film negatives and transmitted color to sound waves.
Exhibition in the Boardroom
The creation of this fragrance is a reflection of Color Makes Sense. One key ingredient is Rosemary, sourced from Italy, connecting to my roots. Rosemary represents the colors blue and red, symbolizing fire energy and clarity. It stimulates action and clear thinking. Vanilla embodies purity and security, reminiscent of the color white in this work. It represents new beginnings and holds a special significance as the first scent we encounter in life. Patchouli and vetiver root capture the beige color fields, adding depth and grounding to the composition. Finally, Pink Geranium represents the pink tongue, stimulating the heart chakra and authentic communication. This fragrance is a sensory tribute to art, capturing its vibrancy and emotional resonance.
