Asayake (朝焼け), the pink and red glow that colors the sky around sunrise. The moment when the night gives way and the first light slowly warms the world. Even before the day truly begins, the colors are already changing. In this painting, I seek that quiet movement. The coral-red outer surface and the soft rose tones in the center bring together the strength and vulnerability of the morning glow.
The Color Palette
For this work, I chose a palette that evokes the warmth of the first light: coral red and dark pink as enveloping colors, with soft dusty pink, muted terracotta, and warm taupe tones in the elongated color field. Not all nuances are immediately visible, but they live within the work. The soft vertical transitions allow the colors to flow into one another, just as the sky slowly changes hue at sunrise.
Technique & Material
Painted with acrylic paint on panel, built up layer by layer. The surface has a subtle texture that looks different in changing light. The tight composition with the elongated color field is inspired by the Japanese aesthetic of ma, the power of the empty space that envelops everything. The powerful outer surface gives the softer nuances in the center space to come into their own.
A floating effect on the wall
For these paintings, I have developed my own hanging system. The 3 cm wooden block on the back keeps the panel straight and parallel to the wall, with space between the painting and the wall. This makes the work appear to float and creates a spatial 3D effect.
The back also forms part of the work: I have painted it Prussian blue. In combination with the distance from the wall, this creates a deep, dark shadow effect that gives the painting extra dimension. Not only the painted front, but also the space behind it contributes to the experience of the work.
Specifications
Size: 40 × 20.5 cm
Material: Acrylic paint on panel
Hanging system: Own design with a 3 cm wooden spacer
Back: Painted in Prussian blue
Unique original: Hand-signed by Jordy Koumans
Delivery & Collection
This work is available in two ways:
Collection in Tilburg: personal collection in my studio in Carré, Tilburg.
Shipping: carefully packed and insured shipping, worldwide.
Includes certificate of authenticity.
