Hisa Sitake
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"Metamorphosis Series: Mantis"
Acrylic on Canvas
32' x 48'
2006
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"Metamorphisis Series: Butterfly"
Acrylic Painting
55' x 48'
2006
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"Spiral"
Stone and steel
15' x 15' x 31'
2006 |
My work has developed through the experience of observing the surrounding
structure and space of both the natural and man made world. As I walk
through any space, I assess the visible relationship between forms and the
different psychological impact they provide. The more I am surrounded by
urban materials, the more the atmosphere seems to become linear, rigid, and
cold.
By partnering the life energy of organic forms with the rigid structure of
urban material, the atmosphere alters. My interest lies in seeing how these
two different forms contrast to and resonate with one another as an
integrated image, while simultaneously contemplating the balance maintained
by the two worlds.
Today we seem to have overpowered the natural environment with a strong
sense of control. Almost all land is owned and divided into linear sections
that fulfill specific functions. The more I explore city environments, the
more this tendency is evident. In contrast, it seems to me that the living
organisms of the natur
al world expand their territory is flexible.
A mix of representational and abstract figures in my paintings and prints
are used to emphasize the connection and differences between natural forms
and architectural images. Collecting insects was one of my preoccupying
experiences. My interest towards studying their body structure and their
life cycle are the big influences in my paintings. My sculptural pieces
covey the theme by combining geometric forms and organic forms. Each
material used, such as steel, wood, bronze and stone represents the essence
of nature as well as that of the man-made. In particular, the process of
stone carving gave me a better insight into what it is like to create a
design form out of already existing natural material. The relationship
among form, movement, the organization of the space, and human interaction
is central to my art making process.
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