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(1125) Phil Scott - Untitled (Pants (2021)
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About this artwork
The image ”In the Harbour of Marken Island, Holland” this work finds areas within the image that bring about memories of the pandemic. The most relatable is the sky, which hides behind the landscape of the harbour. The blue hue is now synonymous with the blue that we are familiar with in the PPE masks we wear to combat the spread of COVID19. The men standing in the centre of the composition, is also important to the understanding of the narrative and its relationship with the works commentary on the current situation. The men are apparently glad they are getting their photograph taken wearing their baggy knee breeches. Similar to the work created in lockdown (Manhood (2021) series) the focus is on the demonstration of male pride and the origins of this mentality. The posture of the men illustrates the pride and pomposity of the male ego. In the body language the ”man spread’ forces the viewer to focus on the crotch. One of the reasons the men in the photograph position themselves like this is to show their power. This remonstrates the posture of so many of the male leaders during the pandemic, and due to ignorance and bravado their decisions have ultimately lead to the spread of COVID19 and further deaths in a number of their countries. The contrast between the humour of the combined poses collaged and the nonchalant mark making in the PPE blue communicate the ramifications of the poor decision making due to masculine pride.
About Phil
Phil Scott’s work re-examines our relationship with two-dimensional imagery. Often using photographic imagery his work carefully removes the context and through sophisticated juxtaposition convey new meaning within the final work(s).
In his work we often see concepts and relationships develop as the work is created, making organic and often forced relationships with the world we inhabit. The image has become prevalent and the reading of imagery has become a primary tool in our understanding of the contemporary world and how we arrived at our destination. Scott’s intervention in the concept of the image creates a resonance that re-submits parts of the image in a poignant translation of the society we currently inhabit.
The motto of “Find, Cut & Paste” has become a primitive motto of the processes Scott follows, but placing an emphasis on the “find” or sourcing of the images he transforms these unique artefacts into contemporary works in combination with other such imagery. The work is largely an extension of later Dada works, evoking similarities with the role of power and hidden propaganda in the original source materials.
Link to Phil’s Art Aviso profile HERE
Phil was provided with the following page from Newnes’ Pictorial Knowledge Encyclopedia:
Volume 4
The story of the world and it’s peoples.
In the Harbour of Marken Island, Holland
The image ”In the Harbour of Marken Island, Holland” this work finds areas within the image that bring about memories of the pandemic. The most relatable is the sky, which hides behind the landscape of the harbour. The blue hue is now synonymous with the blue that we are familiar with in the PPE masks we wear to combat the spread of COVID19. The men standing in the centre of the composition, is also important to the understanding of the narrative and its relationship with the works commentary on the current situation. The men are apparently glad they are getting their photograph taken wearing their baggy knee breeches. Similar to the work created in lockdown (Manhood (2021) series) the focus is on the demonstration of male pride and the origins of this mentality. The posture of the men illustrates the pride and pomposity of the male ego. In the body language the ”man spread’ forces the viewer to focus on the crotch. One of the reasons the men in the photograph position themselves like this is to show their power. This remonstrates the posture of so many of the male leaders during the pandemic, and due to ignorance and bravado their decisions have ultimately lead to the spread of COVID19 and further deaths in a number of their countries. The contrast between the humour of the combined poses collaged and the nonchalant mark making in the PPE blue communicate the ramifications of the poor decision making due to masculine pride.
About Phil
Phil Scott’s work re-examines our relationship with two-dimensional imagery. Often using photographic imagery his work carefully removes the context and through sophisticated juxtaposition convey new meaning within the final work(s).
In his work we often see concepts and relationships develop as the work is created, making organic and often forced relationships with the world we inhabit. The image has become prevalent and the reading of imagery has become a primary tool in our understanding of the contemporary world and how we arrived at our destination. Scott’s intervention in the concept of the image creates a resonance that re-submits parts of the image in a poignant translation of the society we currently inhabit.
The motto of “Find, Cut & Paste” has become a primitive motto of the processes Scott follows, but placing an emphasis on the “find” or sourcing of the images he transforms these unique artefacts into contemporary works in combination with other such imagery. The work is largely an extension of later Dada works, evoking similarities with the role of power and hidden propaganda in the original source materials.
Link to Phil’s Art Aviso profile HERE
Phil was provided with the following page from Newnes’ Pictorial Knowledge Encyclopedia:
Volume 4
The story of the world and it’s peoples.
In the Harbour of Marken Island, Holland
Artist:
Phil ScottMedium:
Mixed Media (collage/acrylic paint)Dimensions:
A4Price:
80 EUR