Honorable Mention
Fire Escapism II
DESCRIPTION
This is the second of my series of New York fire escapes. I particularly love the green & red contrast and as a small touch of human presence I blended in my son who is reading a Harry Potter book. The series is meant as an uplifting collection to escape from the everyday reality into an imaginary world of rhythm, color and creative joy. The reading child is also meant as a metaphor for expanding one's imagination through reading books. AUTHOR
Paul Brouns (1967) is a Dutch visual artist known for his vibrant, geometric compositions that explore the relationship between color, rhythm, and architecture. His work often features abstract patterns, inspired by urban environments and the facades of modern buildings. Brouns uses photography and digital techniques to create his distinctive, pixelated style, transforming everyday architectural elements into rhythmic, almost musical, visual experiences. Based in the Netherlands, Paul Brouns’ work has been exhibited internationally, and he has gained recognition for his ability to blend the worlds of design, photography, and fine art.His work has been featured in numerous prominent exhibitions around the world, including shows in Tokyo, Seoul, New Delhi, New York, London, and Amsterdam. Some recent exhibitions include the India Art Fair in New Delhi, The Other Art Fair in Los Angeles and London, and the First Art Fair in Amsterdam. He also showcased his work at Palazzo Bembo during the 2022 Art Biennale in Venice .