Aqueous Isolations - A Collaborative Series by TINSTY & Renée
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Innsæi (pronounced Inn-Sigh-Ee) is an Icelandic word for intuition, the ability to sense from deep within and perceive the world beyond our own physical microcosm. The eye within the canvas evolved into the eye of a hurricane; rotating the canvas revealed alternate angles of light and shadow, and an energy that seemed wild and untamed.
Tangled webs of seaweed and volcanic activity ground the viewer, allowing new perspectives to emerge rather than be determined. Innsæi’s reflection is never static; she calls for us to seek out the sea within ourselves, to see within ourselves, and to see the world from the inside out.
One of six paintings part of a collaborative series, “Aqueous Isolations” began in January, 2020, with a scheduled gallery opening the following spring. As evidence of a global pandemic emerged, however, it became apparent that a traditional showcase was no longer feasible. To solve this issue, the painting duo found inspiration in their theatrical backgrounds: the series culminated with a live performance showcasing the perseverance of creativity. Instead of traditional canvases, TINSTY and Renée painted each other: a renewal of life and color after months of isolation. Armed with bamboo poles, gessoed facemasks, white jumpsuits, and a live DJ, the rhythmic exchanges of fluorescent color symbolized the importance of art as a facilitator of dialogue.
“Aqueous Isolations” is a visual timeline of life through a pandemic: from the blissful shroud of ignorance, to the frantic realization of a capsized world, to the intensity of solitude. The series is a map of human experience, charted in brushstrokes, vacillating between poles of hope and despair, frustration and focus. It is an exploration of being plunged into chaos, with creative outlets serving as a lifeline for survival.
Tangled webs of seaweed and volcanic activity ground the viewer, allowing new perspectives to emerge rather than be determined. Innsæi’s reflection is never static; she calls for us to seek out the sea within ourselves, to see within ourselves, and to see the world from the inside out.
One of six paintings part of a collaborative series, “Aqueous Isolations” began in January, 2020, with a scheduled gallery opening the following spring. As evidence of a global pandemic emerged, however, it became apparent that a traditional showcase was no longer feasible. To solve this issue, the painting duo found inspiration in their theatrical backgrounds: the series culminated with a live performance showcasing the perseverance of creativity. Instead of traditional canvases, TINSTY and Renée painted each other: a renewal of life and color after months of isolation. Armed with bamboo poles, gessoed facemasks, white jumpsuits, and a live DJ, the rhythmic exchanges of fluorescent color symbolized the importance of art as a facilitator of dialogue.
“Aqueous Isolations” is a visual timeline of life through a pandemic: from the blissful shroud of ignorance, to the frantic realization of a capsized world, to the intensity of solitude. The series is a map of human experience, charted in brushstrokes, vacillating between poles of hope and despair, frustration and focus. It is an exploration of being plunged into chaos, with creative outlets serving as a lifeline for survival.
To view the full series, including the Mini Coral Paintings, visit, AqueousIsolations.com.
The full, one hour performance is available to watch on YouTube.
The full, one hour performance is available to watch on YouTube.
