This Print was just selected to be in the 2025 Waitakere Arts Calendar!
Concept:
Our Burnt Summer" captures the essence of a season filled with intensity and fleeting moments of celebration. Created from upcycled materials, the piece blends vibrant splashes of reds, oranges, and yellows with the textures of deflated balloons and splattered paint. The remnants on the canvas represent the joys and memories of summer festivities that fade with time. There's a subtle undercurrent of environmental tension—heat and wear—yet the focus remains on the vibrant energy and transformation that summer brings.
Our Burnt Summer
Care of your MyShinyMadness Print (Lucky You!)
My Shiny Perspective:
Let’s talk about Our Burnt Summer, where the good times roll... and then deflate. Those popped balloons? Proof of a summer well-lived. From festival vibes to backyard celebrations, it’s all there, captured in the wild splatter of colour. Sure, there's a hint of the heatwave (because, you know, it's summer), but it's more about the fiery fun we get wrapped up in. With a dash of environmental mindfulness, this piece shouts “party on!” while quietly reminding you to clean up after. Who knew leftovers could look this good?
