Lace Reynolds - MFA Fine Art
Disquiet Landscapes
Exploring the subtle dialogue between nature and memory, drawing inspiration from the evocative landscapes of artists such as Paul Nash Lace Reynolds aims to capture the uncanny quality of the familiar scene transforming it into the familiar unfamiliar.
Slender trees, with their pale trunks and bare branches, recedes into the distance or maybe not. An evocative journey into a space that is both real and imagined. A careful concoction of imagery displays the unnerving effects of being in a space of something that exists outside of its place.
The layering of textures and tones creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. The contrast between the delicate and the harsh emphasising the interplay between fragility and strength, presence and absence. These elements reflect the emotional resonance of the landscape, evoking a sense of longing and contemplation but also causes tension in how we perceive images of what should be familiar.
Fascinated by the way landscapes can hold personal and collective memories, acting as silent witnesses to the passage of time. By focusing on the subtle details and atmospheric effects, Lace seeks to uncover the hidden narratives within the natural world and why in moments it seems otherworldly or unnatural.
The intention is to create paintings that invites time to pause, reflect, and connect with the experiences of distorted place and memory. Lace hopes to evoke a sense of quiet introspection, inviting the investigation of the emotional and psychological dimensions of the landscape.
