Lumen counselling – Identity 2018

Owen Gent made 'Lumen Counselling – Identity' using digital painting techniques, sometime in the recent past. I’m imagining Owen in their studio playing with colour and form, not knowing where exactly they are going with it, but going anyway. It’s the only way. I love how the artist uses flat planes of colour and textured surfaces to evoke emotion and narrative. The figures are rendered with minimal detail, yet they are so expressive. There is such an interesting use of colour to create a dream-like atmosphere. The soft, muted tones create a sense of calm, while the occasional pops of colour add visual interest. I'm especially drawn to the recurring circle motifs. They are like halos over the figures’ heads, suggesting spiritual enlightenment. These simple shapes become a window into something deeper, prompting us to think about the bigger picture. We all swim in a sea of imagery; artists like Owen point us in a meaningful direction.