Potorik 3
| Edition | Original Art |
|---|---|
| Sujet | Abstract |
| Technique | Painting |
| Height | 81 cm |
| Width | 60 cm |
| Length/Depth | 1.5 cm |
Medium and technique:
-Acrylic on canvas
-Edges lightly painted in the colours of the painting
Potorik (փոթորիկ) is the Armenian word for ‘storm’. Just as a storm can change the weather, so too can the unpredictable turn life upside down. The works in the Potorik series were created in a swirling painting style that captures this movement and restlessness. They draw inspiration from the patterns at the bottom of a coffee cup, which cannot be clearly interpreted and leave room for different interpretations.
Shipping:
The artwork is shipped stretched on a stretcher frame – including a certificate of authenticity and the artist’s signature on the reverse.
Erika Barsegian
In coffee grounds reading, the patterns that emerge in the dregs of a cup are traditionally used to provide insights into the past, present and future. Erika, however, goes beyond this symbolism. For her, the patterns are not merely signs to be interpreted, but rather complete images that tell a story of their own. She captures the feeling she experiences when looking at the cup and translates this into her art. This often results in works that begin realistically but become completely abstract as the painting process progresses.
It
is therefore worth taking a closer look at the paintings, as hidden symbols sometimes reveal themselves that are not visible at first glance.
Exhibitions:;
- 2022: Exhibition as part of the art walk at Goethe University in Frankfurt;
- 2024: Exhibition at the ARI charity gala in Gießen
