George Baldessin 'Emblems' minimalist Folkestone

Folkestone

perhaps conversing about the day or as a chorus

Dominating the landscape

Image Size: 120 x 170 cm

She was the recipient of the prestigious Honours Fine Art Travelling Award by RMIT on completion of her degree

George Baldessin 'Emblems' minimalist FolkestoneGeorge Baldessin is still regarded as one of Australias preeminent artists. During his short but influential lifetime, he was considered on par with Brett Whiteley, with both artists eschewing the dominant mode of abstraction in favour of lyrical, figurative imagery. 'Emblems' exemplifies Baldessins distinctive blend of surrealism and personal symbolism. Executed in etching with aquatint, the work juxtaposes human forms and abstract structures within