Featured image:Â Looking In - Looking Out, Andrea Shearing, 2018, acrylic on MDF, 24 x 31.49 in. / 61 x 80 cm.
Andrea Shearing's artwork stands out for its conceptual depth and ecological consciousness, presented through a unique medium of acrylic on MDF.
Andrea Shearing is an artist whose acrylic works on MDF explore environmental themes, urging reflection on nature's fragility and our ecological impact.
Her pieces, "Storm Gathering Over Splash Point," "Ice Arches," and "Misty Dawn," blend the intricacies of nature with a poignant environmental message, urging the viewer to reflect on humanity's impact on our planet.
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Storm Gathering Over Splash Point, Andrea Shearing, 2023, acrylic on MDF, 9.05 x 31.49 in. / 23 x 80 cm.
"Storm Gathering Over Splash Point" is a striking representation of nature's fragility and might. Measuring 9.05 x 31.49 inches, Shearing’s use of varying blue hues captures the turbulent sea and the threatening sky, conveying the imminent danger posed to the chalk cliffs by natural forces and, implicitly, human neglect.
Ice Arches, Andrea Shearing, 2018, acrylic on MDF, 14.96 x 24.40 in. / 38 x 62 cm.
"Ice Arches," sized at 14.96 x 24.40 inches, offers a dual perspective that bridges the external environment with our internal landscapes. The art piece symbolizes the exploration of self and the world around us, drawing from Shearing's personal history with the Swiss mountains, and reflecting her deep connection with the icy terrain.
Misty Dawn, Andrea Shearing, 2018, acrylic on MDF, 29.92 x 18.50 in. / 76 x 47 cm.
"Misty Dawn," a 29.92 x 18.50-inch piece, encapsulates the ethereal beauty of atmospheric water. Developed for Shearing’s H2O exhibition, it encourages a meditative appreciation of water in its varied forms. The layered shades and subtle illumination capture the transient and delicate nature of mist, beautifully embodying the exhibition's theme.
Shearing's work is a dialogue between the viewer and the environment, each piece serving as a reminder of the intricate balance between natural beauty and ecological preservation. Her innovative use of MDF adds a structural dimension that complements her environmental narratives.
Andrea Shearing’s art is a call to environmental action through the lens of creativity. "Storm Gathering Over Splash Point," "Ice Arches," and "Misty Dawn" are not just visually captivating; they are imbued with a critical message about the urgency of environmental stewardship. Shearing invites us to ponder our place within the natural world and the footprint we leave behind.
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Giant Waterfall, Andrea Shearing, 2018, acrylic on MDF, 98.4 x 78.7 in. / 250 x 200 cm.
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