Miris 2018

'Miris' was painted by Dragan Ilić Di Vogo using oil on canvas. Di Vogo uses oil in a very particular way. Look at how the paint drips and flows, creating a sense of movement and fluidity. The artist lets the materials speak for themselves, creating a dynamic interplay between control and chance. The canvas itself provides the ground for the painting, with brushstrokes and textures adding depth and dimension. Di Vogo's embrace of oil paint’s materiality and process gives this artwork a distinct visual presence. The process of painting is one that requires time, labor, and skill. Each brushstroke represents a deliberate action, a conscious decision made by the artist. By emphasizing the materiality of oil paint and the act of painting, Di Vogo reminds us of the value of human effort and creativity in a world dominated by mass production and automation. The artwork challenges the notion of art as a purely intellectual or conceptual exercise. Instead, it celebrates the sensory experience of encountering art and the connection between the artist and the artwork.