MURAL is pleased to present the recent work of Edmond Rinnooy-Kan. In his paintings and drawings, Edmond straddles the line between abstract space and real space. His is intrigued by how “form, shape and color can transform (or not) into something bigger than oneself.” He revels in the concepts of time, motion, and the physicality of paint, inviting the viewer to do the same.

Juxtaposing the literal, linear depiction of a measuring device, (ultimately flat, symbolic, childlike), with the deep abstract space of a realist landscape he challenges our perception, making for a profound ride through space and paint. 

Edmond says that, for him, if something is too literal it is banal and if it is too abstract it is boring, so he overlays one over the other for a richer and more immersive experience. 

We can see the influences of Philip Guston in his palette of greyed reds and blues and intimations of man-made objects and of Wilhelm deKooning in his expressive and animated brushstrokes.  But Edmond’s work is unique. His imagination and wry humor are a delight for the eye and a meditation for the mind.

We hope you enjoy his work as much as we do!