Artesan presents Hansen Thiam Sun's new suite of works, entitled Cerulean Blues.

True to form, Hansen continues his exploration of modern social psychology; in particular, delving into the implications rendered by an increasingly digitized world. He dabbles with the underlying ambiguity when one crops or harvests the "prime" parts of an object, focusing the viewers' attention, simplifying and strengthening the narrative intent. However, he also suggests a parallel between the cropping of images, the selection of parts and discarding others to genetic engineering of both man and nature, and our continuing quest and pre-occupation for perfection, satisfaction and happiness.

Turning his eye and brush to this modern phenomena, his technical dexiterity is displayed with his seamless juxtaposition of various techniques within each artwork. The contrasting styles of abstract, figurative and photographic-like grain are held together with his assured play of cerulean blue tones dominating his compositions.

Image: © Hansen Thiam Sun, Artesan Gallery + Studio