I am an aficionado of Mark Rothko's work. His abstract paintings show a deep understanding of colors, their relationships, and tell a fascinating visual story. Some paintings are light and communicate warmth; other highlight the darkness of one's mind.
One of my favorite places to visit is the Rothko Room at the Phillips Collection in Washington D.C. This small room houses four works by the painter. Only 8 people are allowed in the room at the same time; one thus always gets a quiet moment with the paintings. If you are in the neighborhood, don't miss the opportunity to stop there.
One of my favorite places to visit is the Rothko Room at the Phillips Collection in Washington D.C. This small room houses four works by the painter. Only 8 people are allowed in the room at the same time; one thus always gets a quiet moment with the paintings. If you are in the neighborhood, don't miss the opportunity to stop there.
I like Rothko's ability to combine vibrant colors that otherwise would be just too much - he manages to bring about balance and intrigue. My favorite work, "Blue Orange Red" inspired a dress I made some time ago.
I thought it would be fun to combine these strong colors and while sticking to a simple silhouette, to take a look at how little details can make the dress special. I gathered the shoulder and added a flared orange hem. To imitate the horizontal division in the painting, I inserted a vibrant red zipper on the back.
Do you have a piece of art that inspired something you created?
I thought it would be fun to combine these strong colors and while sticking to a simple silhouette, to take a look at how little details can make the dress special. I gathered the shoulder and added a flared orange hem. To imitate the horizontal division in the painting, I inserted a vibrant red zipper on the back.
Do you have a piece of art that inspired something you created?
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