Eleanor Rahim: Gesture and Texture

Monday, June 8, 2015

Gesture and Texture

I'm loving these new oil paintings on Arches Huile paper. I like to capture the gesture of the human figure. Not necessarily dramatic poses or dance moves but subtle, relaxed movements that leave room for the viewer's imagination.

Touching Distance #1, oil on Arches huile paper, 30 x 22in, 76.2 x 55.9cm

Touching Distance #2, oil on Arches huile paper, 30 x 22in, 76.2 x 55.9cm

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Judith Wendell, Sacred Currents

“As a Feng Shui consultant and integrative designer, I look for specific representation and metaphor in artwork. The first time I saw a piece of Eleanor’s work, [Fluid State] I was struck first by its movement, which can be very effective in energizing a particular area of one’s life or business if it is placed prescriptively. The other aspect which I found potent, is her use of color. Color interprets the ‘five elements’ or what is referred to as ‘agents of change’ in feng shui. 'Fluid State' is primarily whites and blues - the metal and water elements. Metal represents virtue, communication, joy and creativity. Water is associated with wisdom, one’s path in life and finances. I immediately thought I love this piece and what a powerful adjustment it would make for my client.”