“Looking at Things and Feeling Good About Them III” by Bartosz Beda

"This is another one of my favorites.  I have a Widdlytinks.com print of this hanging on the wall right by the back door to the porch that leads to the diving pool.  It makes me take a deep breath as I walk out the door to swim.  I love this print" - the widdlytinks.com webmaster.

Bartosz Beda collection artworks have been processed by the artist himself to visually simulate the 3D depth of the thick brushstrokes of layered paint of the original paintings.

FROM THE ARTIST: Bartosz Beda

Regarding the original painting, “Looking at Things and Feeling Good About Them III”

A Gaze Through Time: "Looking at Things and Feeling Good About Them III"

Re-imagining Historical Constraints

As you engage with "Looking at things and feeling good about them III," you'll find yourself delving into a contemporary reimagining of early 20th-century beach scenes. This canvas presents an abstract representation of a woman, her gaze cast downwards, symbolizing the restrictive social mores of her time.

The Canvas as a Social Mirror

The vibrant array of dots and strokes around the central figure bursts with symbolism, potentially reflecting the scrutinizing eyes of society. These elements offer a whimsical yet pointed commentary on the era's dress codes, with the textural complexity of the painting adding a profound sensory experience to the visual narrative.

Tactile Histories and Silent Rebellions

The texture of the painting invites you to experience history's touch—the roughness of the sandy beach the oppressive weight of societal expectations. Each brushstroke and etched line is a testament to a woman's silent rebellion against the norms, her resistance woven into the fabric of the painting.

Reflections on Progress and Liberation

As you absorb the artwork, it becomes clear that this is more than a painting—a dialogue with history, a reflection on the journey towards progress and liberation. The past and present merge on this canvas, encouraging you to ponder the evolution of societal norms through the lens of art.

Reflecting on the Tides of Modesty: The Dress Code of Early 20th Century Beaches
In the early 20th century, societal norms strictly dictated women's beach attire, demanding modesty through voluminous and impractical garments. Heavy ensembles symbolized the era's conservative stance on the female form.

Measuring Morality

The beachwear regulations were an overt expression of the period's moral code, with authorities sometimes taking measures quite literally, inspecting the length of women's bathing suits. This practice is symbolically captured in "Looking at Things and Feeling Good About Them III," reflecting society's invasive control over women.

Between Freedom and Expectation

The painting presents an abstract figure, her downward gaze indicating the struggle between personal liberty and societal pressures. Surrounded by a tumult of colors and shapes, she stands as a critique of the oppressive norms of her time.

Artistic Challenge to Historical Norms

Inspired by historical beach photographs, "Looking at Things and Feeling Good About Them III" critiques the dress code through its visual language. The figure's silhouette, set against the chaos of colors, challenges the restrictive codes of the past, inviting viewers to contemplate the impact of these norms.

Cinematic Echoes of Societal Struggle

The theme of "Looking at things and feeling good about them III" resonates with the cinematic portrayal of a woman's defiance against restrictive norms in "The Awakening," paralleling the abstracted figure's silent contemplation and perceived confinement.

Literary Reflections on the Costume of Conformity

Literature from Virginia Woolf's "Mrs. Dalloway" to Edith Wharton's "The Age of Innocence" provides rich narratives that mirror the era's dress codes, exploring the tension between societal expectations and personal autonomy, much like the themes represented in the painting.

The Canvas as a Historical Dialogue

In confronting "Looking at Things and Feeling Good About Them III," you engage with a work that reimagines early 20th-century beach scenes, presenting an abstracted woman whose downward gaze challenges the era's sartorial shackles.

A Tapestry of Textures and Times

The painting invites you to experience a tactile journey through time, where vibrant dots and textured strokes create a visual commentary on the oppressive gaze of societal norms and a woman's quiet insurrection against them.

Artistic Meditations on Progress and Liberation

This artwork is not merely for observation; it's a tactile historical critique. It encourages reflection on the evolution from past restrictions to present freedoms, blending art with a quiet rebellion and liberation narrative.

This made-to-order wall art is PRINTED ON CANVAS with a 1.5” frame depth and will arrive to you ready to hang. The side edges are finished in mirror-edge blur.

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ABOUT THE CANVAS PRINT
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• Dried pine stretcher bars ensure the frame will not warp or bow over time
• Thick, archival grade, poly-cotton blend canvas provides great durability
• ph neutral and acid free – the canvas will not yellow over time
• 1.5″ frame depth with sides finished in mirror-edge blur
• Ready to hang with an installed sawtooth hanger

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