crash-launch

An abstract piece by Mike Lauderdale

"Crash-Launch" by Mike Lauderdale is a captivating abstract painting that embodies duality through its vibrant hues and dynamic brushstrokes. When viewed upright, the painting resembles a chaotic yet mesmerizing crash, with bursts of warm oranges, yellows, and reds converging towards the center. The use of contrasting colors and intersecting lines creates a sense of movement and energy, evoking the sudden impact of a collision.

Flipping the artwork upside-down, it transforms into an inspiring depiction of a launch. The same energetic lines and colors now convey an upward thrust, reminiscent of a powerful rocket launch. The cooler tones of blues and greens in the background contrast with the fiery foreground, enhancing the sensation of ascension and new beginnings. This duality reflects the versatility and depth of Lauderdale's artistic vision.

Mike masterfully captures the tension between chaos and creation in "Crash-Launch." His unique perspective and innovative use of color and form invite viewers to explore the transformative power of perspective. Lauderdale's work challenges conventional views on art and creativity, demonstrating that beauty and inspiration can emerge from the most unexpected places.

What Mike said of the piece :  “Ooh! This is one of my personal favorites. Again, working from scraps and found materials, Crash-Launch sort of just APPEARED one morning while jamming out to NIN (a favorite thing to listen to while painting) and sitting on the floor of my cell. I'd built some larger panels to experiment with and just let the music direct me. After a bit, I wasn't sure which was the top or the bottom and if viewed from either end, it changed my perspective of what I was looking at. The title says it all.”

A high-quality scan of “Crash-Launch”, along with several of its companion collaboration pieces, is available on Displate, Redbubble, and TeePublic.