Into Flat Space
A visual exploration of identity, perception, and the tension between what is revealed and concealed.
Into Flat Space portrays a young girl navigating the complexities of identity within a visually deceptive environment. Juxtaposing abstraction with realism, the painting reflects the fragmented nature of self-discovery and the tension between perception and hidden truths.
In Into Flat Space, a young girl stands before a mirror, her reflection slightly altered, symbolizing the struggle to define her inward self versus her outward identity. The composition juxtaposes realistic elements with abstraction, deliberately distorting the image to reflect the layered and often fragmented process of self-discovery.
The mirror serves as a metaphor for perception and self-awareness, while the disrupted textures and intentional flatness blur the boundaries between reality and illusion. This interplay draws on the psychological framework of Johari’s Window, emphasizing that no story—neither our own nor others’—is ever fully knowable.
The distressed composition also nods to art history’s dialogue between flatness and dimension, using this tension to deepen the narrative. By challenging the viewer’s perception of space, Into Flat Space symbolizes the complexity of identity and the challenges of navigating the multilayered, often unknowable aspects of the self.
Oil and mixed media on canvas
40″ x 24″
Windows Within: Universal Narratives in Fractured Realism
This body of work by Deborah Scott explores the profound connections between personal stories and shared human experiences. Through a series of conversations and interviews with individuals from diverse backgrounds, Scott uncovers intimate narratives of struggle, resilience, and triumph. These seemingly unique moments are transformed into powerful works of art, revealing their universality and the interconnectedness of all human experiences.
Each painting in Windows Within serves as both a reflection and a revelation, embodying Scott’s belief that art is a mirror to the complexities of identity and existence. Her work draws on the psychological framework of Johari’s Window, exploring the interplay between the visible and hidden aspects of the self. By blending classical techniques with intentional disruptions—rips, tears, and abstract shapes—Scott creates a dynamic visual language that captures the fragmented, evolving nature of contemporary life.
Windows Within is an emotional and visual journey, inviting viewers to see themselves in the stories of others and to consider the profound universality of human connection.
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