CHRIS LUKA, ARTIST

"Emotions blinding. It's an interesting theme that has been floating around in my head for a long time. Feelings that can touch and change you at the most unguarded moments. The inner world in which you are sometimes completely absorbed. With this piece, I tried to visualize this feeling as neutrally but powerfully as possible. It is ultimately also up to the viewer, what he or she sees in it. Fish often appear in my works; to me they symbolize the flow (or flow) and fluidity of life. Thoughts that pass by, coming as quickly as they go. Gold leaf, fineliners and watercolors are the basic materials most of my works are created with."

"A phrase that came in while creating this piece. It inspires to see how people can turn negative change into something positive; the ability to turn bumps into slides, obstacles into opportunities. This piece exudes both strength and vulnerability. That, in my opinion, makes it extra special."

"Betta" (a reference to Betta Fish, the beautiful Siamese damselfish) and "Hail" (storm, a stormy creature). A duo dance of two fish during a strong water current of liquid gold. This work was created exclusively with the buyer. We entered into a process together where we combined specific preferences and creativity resulting in this work. The size and colors were specially adapted to the space where the piece now hangs. An imposing 170 x 170 cm diptych, connecting a vibrant interior with an impressive gallery. Most of the artworks are finished with epoxy resin or liquid gloss which gives a refined result and gives the works long protection."

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