Diagonals of Emotion artwork

Square Project artwork

Diagonals of Emotion

loneliness vs connection; light_vs_weight; corner_invasion; right_to_left; flame against broken_dots; left_weighted; full_vs_hollow; single_pixel; broken_memory | abstract variation request 31; target batch count 200

Grid
8 x 8
Cells
64
Colors
64
Record
2e88b7c1

Artist Statement

The emotional tone is derived from the juxtaposition of loneliness and connection, leading to tension between heavy, dark hues and lighter, more vibrant accents. The dark palette of maroon and gray represents loneliness, while the hints of pink serve as beacons of connection. Contrast arises from the left heavy density of darker colors, slowly allowing lighter elements to infiltrate, reflecting connection's subtle arrival amid isolation. The pattern follows a diagonal flow from the corner, embodying 'corner invasion', while the theme of broken pixels adds texture that mimics emotional scars and memories, suggesting both imperfection and resilience.

Palette