"Play #8" Contemporary Original Abstract Oil Painting by Vincent Salvati

Description

This series focuses on the idea of play and the emotions involved in the act of playing. We often forget … more This series focuses on the idea of play and the emotions involved in the act of playing. We often forget the importance of relaxing the mind, of letting go of our troubles, of being in a state of joy.

In these paintings, I try to capture the sensation of carefreeness I had as a child simply playing. My use of color, shape, design, and texture all contribute to the painting’s ability to convey that sensation.

My intent in creating these paintings is to move the viewer to feel a spark of play. less