DIA Contemporary

"My work is not a depiction of experience, but the experience itself." Donald Martiny explores the intense power captured in the gestures of a moment that exists forever in the temporality of the 'now.' The artist transcends the limits of a square canvas frame to represent a monumental brushstroke, as if he were painting directly on a gallery wall, thus creating a 2D sculpture. Through the format of large-scale action painting, Martiny physically embodies the artist's inner impulses, reflecting on the fundamental concept of art. The dynamism inherent in Martiny's colossal brushstrokes activates the space between the artwork and the viewer, creating a space for artistic experience. Moreover, Martiny encourages viewers to experience emotional engagement with the artwork beyond the role of observer, attempting to foster a sense of connection with the instantaneous and instinctive nature of the artwork.