"Scream" is an abstract representation of the intense and raw emotion of a human outcry, visually rendered through explosive brushstrokes and a turbulent blend of colors. The artwork captures the essence of a scream not just as a sound, but as a profound emotional release, depicted through stark contrasts of red and grey against a soft, icy blue background. The red streaks aggressively pierce the canvas, symbolizing the piercing nature of a scream that cuts through silence, while the softer grey tones suggest the lingering echoes of distress and frustration.
The dynamic movement within the painting conveys a sense of urgency and the uncontrollable force of emotions when they reach a breaking point. It embodies the human experience of reaching emotional limits and the catharsis that follows vocal expression.
TThis artwork not only captures the act of screaming but also the aftermath, where silence resumes, and the remnants of the outburst linger in the air.
Technical data
© "Scream" by Mac Kristin
2022
200 x 120 cm, signed
Made in Los Angeles, California
