In his latest triptych, Colors and Promises, Thierry B. creates a visual symphony that beautifully contrasts stillness with subtle motion. The work captivates through its evocative colour palette and the way it mirrors the quiet dance of the natural world, where forces of movement and stillness are in constant play. Much like plankton, which, though lacking a distinct mode of motility, are swept by the currents of the sea, this triptych embodies the delicate tension between being moved by unseen forces and finding a quiet balance within.
The Language of Color and Flow
The piece opens with a lush, grounding layer of green, establishing a sense of tranquillity. The subsequent application of teal infuses the work with depth, creating a soft flow that mimics the currents of water—gentle yet persistent. As the eye moves across the canvas, layers of warm orange, light gold, and white pigments emerge, interwoven with the earlier tones. This subtle play of hues evokes a sense of transformation, as though the canvas is undergoing a metamorphosis, much like plankton adrift on the currents, moving not by their propulsion, but by the rhythms of something larger.
Thierry B.’s use of colour is not merely aesthetic; it is a reflection of nature’s quiet movement. Each stroke seems like an individual “stoke” in the larger dance of the painting—a meticulous effort to capture something dynamic within the stillness. The layering process feels akin to the undulating, drifting motion of plankton, with thousands of individual movements coming together to form an elegant, cohesive whole. The soft gradients from green to orange and gold are not merely pigments; they are manifestations of time and space, much like the unseen forces that guide plankton through water.
A Study in Quiet Motion
The underlying sense of motion is subtle, yet ever-present. The undulating curves in the forms and the gentle transitions between colours invite the viewer to consider how even the most stationary moments are inextricably linked to movement—whether it is the way the light changes as it filters through a cloud, or how the ocean currents shape the path of plankton. This quiet motion, brought to life by Thierry B.’s masterful technique, invites introspection on the way our own lives, though we may feel stationary at times, are always subject to forces beyond our control.
The addition of light gold and white towards the edges of the panels introduces a sense of luminous warmth, a promise of new beginnings or an unfolding moment, as though the movement of light itself was captured in a single instant. It is in this light that the painting transforms: from a study of peaceful movement to a statement of hope, a visual echo of possibility, where even stillness has its form of elegance.
Metaphor and Movement
Colors and Promises resonates not just as a visual composition, but as a metaphor for the journey of life itself. Like plankton moving through the water, we are subject to forces beyond our control, yet we find beauty in how we navigate them. With this triptych, Thierry B. has created a work that speaks to both the tranquillity of the moment and the inevitable movement of time. The thousands of brushstrokes come together not just as a painting, but as a timeless testament to the flow of life—an exquisite dance of stillness and motion.
Artist Statement – Thierry B
Wondrous Metamorphosis Series
In Wondrous Metamorphosis, I explore the quiet yet powerful shifts that shape our inner worlds. These works are born from a place of fluid energy, where brushstrokes, space, and texture come together to evoke a sense of movement, reflection, and renewal. Inspired by nature’s constant evolution, each piece invites the viewer to slow down and enter a space of calm expansion. More than a visual experience, this series is an invitation to pause, breathe, and rediscover wonder.
— Thierry B
Contact Information
Thierry B Fine Art
473 Malvern Road
South Yarra 3141
+61 3 9827 7756
