The Earth's mantle gradually absorbed water from the oceans, allowing the emergence of continents and life on earth. The “Rivages” exhibition by Jean-Marie Dart is an expression of these moments when the mountain is torn away from the ocean. The power of these earthly representations surprises the viewer, captured thanks to the talents of the artist. Each abstract landscape gives off an atmosphere, an ecosystem inviting contemplation. We effortlessly guess the importance of nature, its respect, admirably translated in the balance of the compositions mixing the air/earth/water elements.
The figurative art of abstracts is also presented through a collection of “Semblances”, small vibrant and striking portraits where the painter wanted to reveal strong, sometimes contradictory emotions. What if these portraits were only the reflection of our souls, a mirror of the tumults of life as the artist perceives them?