Gold and Blue – Sylvie Gedda

 Review of the work “D’Ors et de Bleu” by Sylvie Gedda

“D'Ors et de Bleu” is a masterful work by Sylvie Gedda , an artist whose journey and multicultural heritage deeply enrich her art. This piece, measuring 92 x 65 cm, is a vibrant testimony to his mastery of the techniques of depth, transparency and play of light, worked with epoxy paste on a wooden support.

Contextualization and training: Sylvie Gedda , with Russian, German and Italian origins, resides and creates in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. She has an impressive academic background: a graduate of the Ecole des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux, holder of a degree in visual arts from the Sorbonne University in Paris, and a graduate of the Institut Acadomique de Paris. Her exploration of materials and techniques led her to use epoxy paste, creating captivating effects of depth and transparency.

Analysis of the work: “D’Ors et de Bleu” is a complex composition that immediately captures the viewer’s attention. The color palette, dominated by shades of blue, gray and touches of gold, creates a rich and intriguing contrast. The circular, organic shapes appear to float on the surface, evoking visions of microscopic worlds or cosmic landscapes. The gold shards add a precious and luminous dimension to the whole, reminiscent of the stars in a night sky.

Gedda's technical mastery is evident in the use of epoxy paste in multiple layers, creating effects of depth that invite you to delve into the work. The games of transparency and the superpositions of colors add a fluid and organic dynamic, each element finding its place in a harmonious dance.

Techniques and Supports: The choice of epoxy paste and wooden support allows Gedda to explore new effects of light and texture. Although her preferred medium is synthetic glass, this work shows that she also excels with other materials, providing tactile and visual richness.

Awards and Recognition: Sylvie Gedda 's work has been recognized and celebrated in many prestigious salons, notably at the Grand Palais and the Center Beaubourg in Paris. His international exhibitions include participations in Greece, Turkey, Finland, Switzerland, Italy and the West Indies. She has also been exhibited in Germany, Austria and Denmark with Art4you Gallery, consolidating her reputation on the international art scene.