Appreciating one of Hunt Slonem‘s artworks is like immersing oneself in an extraordinary fantasy, where the physical world of a nostalgic existence collides and merges with a spiritual realm of exotic mysticism. With each stroke of color, Hunt Slonem welcomes every observer and invites them to immerse themselves in these ethereal realities that are alive within these decorated antique frames.
When the artist presented a bronze and glass sculpture in his works for the first time, the audience was amazed to perceive that his works come to life outside of their frames, jumping from wonderland to our current world. Fascinated by the presentation of these new techniques used by Hunt Slonem, the audience was eager to learn about the inspiration that the artist could have had for this innovation, as well as his technique and the process of his work.
Wrapped in the various vibrant colors and textures of his works, along with the company and singing of his beautiful pet birds, Slonem expressed in one of his interviews the importance that rabbits have for him within his contemporary paintings.
A new era begins
Although Hunt Slonem has dealt with three-dimensional forms at some point in the past, with materials ranging from wood to monumental metal artworks, his foray into bronze and glass art was an innovation for the artist. Throughout his artistic career, Hunt Slonem has worked alone in his studio.
Every detail in his paintings is made by himself, his radiant imprint stamped as a gestural language between the canvas and himself as an artist. Slonem marked the beginning of a new era of contribution in art by sharing his creative technique with his group of glassblowers and bronze casters, thus expressing the artist’s pleasant feeling of working in synchrony, opening endless possibilities for future plans and extraordinary ideas.
Hunt Slonem was delighted with the freedom that this union provides, but also acknowledged the challenges that can arise with this technique of work, stating that while the process of painting a work is less complex for him, it becomes more different with sculpture because he cannot be in multiple places at the same time, but must trust in the process in the creation of each piece.
The true experience in the spiritual world
Slonem’s strength in spirituality flows from every area and process of his life, making it possible for him to bring together seemingly opposite worlds that complement each other through his works, in which the physical and spiritual are united until the boundary between these worlds disappears in a resplendent color.
The procedure of the sculptures is no different, Slonem feels that manipulating glass is like maneuvering in the ether, the process is so spiritual because it can be perceived through these transparent veils of colors. Thus, one can play with multiple tones of colors and brilliant nuances, allowing for a great experience.
The result of the artistic creation process is a true experience with the spiritual world during the birth of works that have a sensation of pacifism, but also become energizing.
The creative freedom in the ingenuity of a great artist
Each piece shines by itself and only increases when these works are positioned together. This detail is also of great importance to Slonem, and therefore, the positioning of his works is in the Salon style, which is not something new, but is essential for the artist’s works.
His pieces allow for greater mobility, so their arrangement provides excellent creative freedom to take advantage of the luminous details, being able to organize them to perform some type of interaction. Slonem simply marvels at the positive relationship his works express when they are together, including angles of light to highlight certain factors.
The artist excitingly describes the process of creating a sculpture as being a physical and spiritual experience. For him, creating a project is like praying. Although it is a repetition, or possibly because of it, each of his works becomes unique and can be admired in one of the best art galleries in Mexico City, such as Aura Galerías.
Thanks to the spontaneity of each work and the authenticity that these materials provide, together with the artist’s inspiration and their group of collaborating artisans, their works manage to convey something of their celestial, spontaneous and fresh experience. Without a doubt, the public appreciates and admires each innovation and project that this great artist is ready to share.
If you are looking to get involved in the world of art, especially by admiring the paintings or sculptures of Hunt Slonem, then we recommend the most outstanding works of this artist. At Aura Galerias, you will find artworks that showcase his brilliance. We invite you to visit our gallery located at Atenas 30, Col. Juarez C.P. 06600, CDMX, Mexico or write to us at info@auragalerias.com.
