Genesis: The Birth of the Minotaur

Genesis: The Birth of the Minotaur is a haunting and enigmatic piece that captures the mythical creature's tumultuous origins through an abstract lens. The muted tones of the background, with pale blues, grays and subtle reds, evoke a feeling of stone and ancient earth, as if the canvas itself is a fragment of a forgotten myth.

The surface of the painting is marked by irregular and faded shapes, with hints of dark brown and red suggesting the presence of a strong, hidden entity. These clues and shadows could represent the Minotaur himself, emerging from the primordial chaos, his indistinct but threatening form. The spots of color, reminiscent of dried blood or ancient rust, add the feeling of a creature born of violence and fear.

The unique technique used in this piece, described as "by the hose," involves washing the acrylic paint with a jet of water, allowing the colors to blend and disperse naturally. This method creates an eroded effect, as if the painting has been worn out by time and the elements. The fluidity of the water contrasts with the solid structure of the Minotaur myth, emphasizing the raw and untamed nature of the creature.

This process also results in delicate, almost ghostly textures that seem to float to the surface, suggesting the ethereal and otherworldly aspects of the Minotaur's genesis. The intentional randomness of the washing technique means that each element of the painting is a product of both the artist's intention and the natural behavior of the water and paint, reflecting the uncontrollable forces that give rise to such a monstrous being.
The result is a piece that feels ancient and mysterious, capturing the essence of the Minotaur's creation in a mixture of myth and materiality.