Shapes in Transition
text by Freya Raja, Artistic Director of Rotate Gallery
Katya uses the universal language of geometry and line to express emotion and challenge her viewers' critical thinking.Reminiscent of 1960's Op-Art, Katya's geometric forms invite the viewer to interact and explore new methods of visual experience. The simplicity of her works challenge traditional notions of composition and line within painting. One may be reminded of Bridget Riley's impeccable geometric shapes or a childhood optical illusion when looking at her work. On closer inspection, the slight imperfections of her shapes imbue a rawness and authenticity in her non-figurative subjects. Each work stretches outside of the picture plane, with the bold lines of colour in 'Adjacent 1 + 2' expanding almost infinitely. Emphasising aesthetic over function, Katya reminds us of the ever-changing nature of art and its utilisation.
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text by Freya Raja, Artistic Director of Rotate Gallery
Katya uses the universal language of geometry and line to express emotion and challenge her viewers' critical thinking.Reminiscent of 1960's Op-Art, Katya's geometric forms invite the viewer to interact and explore new methods of visual experience. The simplicity of her works challenge traditional notions of composition and line within painting. One may be reminded of Bridget Riley's impeccable geometric shapes or a childhood optical illusion when looking at her work. On closer inspection, the slight imperfections of her shapes imbue a rawness and authenticity in her non-figurative subjects. Each work stretches outside of the picture plane, with the bold lines of colour in 'Adjacent 1 + 2' expanding almost infinitely. Emphasising aesthetic over function, Katya reminds us of the ever-changing nature of art and its utilisation.
www.rotate.gallery