INTERPRETATIONS OF SYLVESTER JUSSEM PAINTING THROUGH ORGANIC UNITY APPROACHES

Abstract

Painting is a fine artwork used in conveying the message to art enthusiasts. In this context, the abstract expressionism painting by Sylvester Jussem, a Sarawakian-born child has produced iconic images of the state of Sarawak. In this writing debates the image of nature that is the source of the painter's inspiration and explains the use of the Organic Unity approach in identifying the message highlighted by the painter. The components discussed are the subject, form and meaning in an effort to give understanding to the painting. The artistic process is discussed so that the reader can identify the techniques used such as impasto, scrapping and rough brush strokes. Sylvester Jussem painting gives a more dynamic perspective of beauty with bold and confident colours.