Dr. Vasundhara (Vasu) Tolia

Dr. Vasundhara (Vasu) Tolia

Michigan

Vasu is a contemporary painter who is constantly evolving her style. She lives in Michigan.

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Dreamcatcher by Vasu Tolia Image: An abstract painting showing happy, colorful shapes and intersections as if dreaming about fun things. This vibrant, abstract painting characterized by a dynamic composition and a rich color palette features an intricate interplay of shapes and patterns, creating a sense of movement and energy. This artwork prominently uses bright and bold colors such as teal, orange, yellow, blue, green, red, and pink. The contrast between these colors adds depth and visual interest to the piece along with various geometric shapes and organic forms interwoven throughout the painting. There are hexagonal and circular patterns, as well as more irregular, fluid shapes. Some areas feature a mosaic-like pattern, while others have dotted or speckled textures. Despite the division into several sections, each with its unique color scheme and pattern, a cohesive yet complex visual narrative is obvious with seamlessly blending. Sections with overlapping translucent layers add depth and dimensionality. The use of contrasting patterns and textures further enhances the complexity of the piece. The painting creates a dreamlike state that evokes a sense of whimsy and wonder, inviting viewers to explore its detailed and colorful world, much like how a dreamcatcher filters dreams, allowing only the positive ones to pass through.
An abstract painting showing happy, colorful shapes and intersections as if dreaming about fun things. This vibrant, abstract painting characterized by a dynamic composition and a rich color palette features an intricate interplay of shapes and patterns, creating a sense of movement and energy. This artwork prominently uses bright and bold colors such as teal, orange, yellow, blue, green, red, and pink. The contrast between these colors adds depth and visual interest to the piece along with various geometric shapes and organic forms interwoven throughout the painting. There are hexagonal and circular patterns, as well as more irregular, fluid shapes. Some areas feature a mosaic-like pattern, while others have dotted or speckled textures. Despite the division into several sections, each with its unique color scheme and pattern, a cohesive yet complex visual narrative is obvious with seamlessly blending. Sections with overlapping translucent layers add depth and dimensionality. The use of contrasting patterns and textures further enhances the complexity of the piece. The painting creates a dreamlike state that evokes a sense of whimsy and wonder, inviting viewers to explore its detailed and colorful world, much like how a dreamcatcher filters dreams, allowing only the positive ones to pass through.
  • Dr. Vasundhara (Vasu) Tolia
  • Dreamcatcher
  • Mixed media on wood
  • 36 x 36 x 2 in (91.44 x 91.44 x 5.08 cm)
  • $1,800
  • Available
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I created this piece to represent the symbiotic relationship between humans and nature, highlighting the therapeutic and restorative aspects of natural environments. A central figure appears to rise from or be one with the tree, symbolizing harmony between humanity and nature. The vibrant greens and florals of the symbol “Om”suggest growth, resilience, and interconnectedness, while the textural details and layered elements evoke depth and reflection. The tree also symbolizes a collaboration, with each branch or leaf representing individual contributions to a greater whole—themes of collaboration and workshops. I want to engage the viewer's senses with the intricate textures and vivid colors aligning with principles of neuroaesthetics that emphasize art's ability to stimulate positive neural responses. Neuroaesthetics is an emerging discipline within cognitive neuroscience that is concerned with understanding the biological bases of aesthetic experiences. These experiences involve appraisals of natural objects, artifacts, and environments.

  • Subject Matter: Abstract
  • Collections: Abstract

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