Drowner 1 by Corne Eksteen-Heymans

From the Artist: "Drowner 1 was the first in a series of works conceptually based on the metaphysical aspects of drowning. I attempted to explore different associations with the elements pertaining to such an event. It was an attempt at demystifying the contradictions found in contemporary society as far as symbolism is concerned. The symbol of water – central to the concept of drowning – normally has a very positive and uplifting association – that of cleansing, both physical and spiritual, but has a contradictory value when placed in this context. In short it was a study of symbolic dualities. In a way this work cannot be separated from the rest of the series, but was however sold as a separate work.... Stylistically it contains elements from Pop Art to Romantic Art and in terms of execution, I used everything from impasto to potato prints and glazing."