Untitled 2 and Untitled, Diptych, 2023

Ricky Cohete   Emerging artists

From The Horse and Dancer series. Archival Pigment print. Overall size: 36 in. H x 60 in. W. Image size: 36 in. x 24 in. Edition of 10 More Editions & Sizes: Small: 30 H x 50 W in. Edition of 13. Large: 60 H x 100 W in. Edition of 6. Unframed

For this series the artist explores the moment when nature in animal form intertwines with the human form, there you can learn true balance. -In this series the artist studies the balance between black and white photography.

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This compelling artwork is a black-and-white diptych capturing the intimate connection between human and nature. On the left, a nude figure leans forward, embracing a horse, their forms creating a seamless blend of human and animal. The pose evokes a sense of trust and unity, accentuated by the bare winter trees in the background, which add an austere, timeless quality to the scene. On the right, the same figure is draped over the horse's back, emphasizing the harmonious relationship through mirrored curves and lines. The stark contrast of black against pale skin highlights the vulnerability and strength inherent in the interaction. The composition's symmetry, with both images side by side, reinforces themes of duality and oneness, inviting reflection on the intrinsic bond between beings. The piece speaks to the essence of connection, merging the boundaries between human and nature with elegance and power.