The article reflects on an artist's experience of a planned road trip that did not materialize, leading them to create artworks inspired by the concept of movement, time, and displacement. The artist discusses their paintings, including 'Broken lines' and 'Horse power', portraying themes of pursuit and the passage of time. The metaphor of the fast-running cuckoo and the pursuing coyote encapsulates the tension between aspiration and reality. The artist creatively integrates personal narratives and environmental observations into their work, revealing the emotional weight behind the imagery.
The story goes that the cuckoo leaves the coyote in the dust. But the tired, hungry coyote is getting cranky and a good run doesn't come for free.
These two works felt like treasure hunts to paint. I particularly enjoy the glue stain acting like chalk at a crime-scene; around a patch where the driver's been braking too much.
I see this as a portrait: a sure body holding the line through leaking and weathering. Taking a moment and letting off steam.
It Probably wouldn't have been safe to go on my little road trip; maybe Dave saved my life.
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