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Defying Ignorance, Young June Lew: A Visual Analysis

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Defying Ignorance, Young June Lew: A Visual Analysis I entered Andrew Bae gallery and ascended up the stairs to the second floor, it was dimly lit, yet inviting, the kind of lighting that is kind to all. It had warm mahogany floors that perfectly added to the subdued ambiance of the space. Initially my eyes moved in a sporadic manner, shifting from piece to piece, searching for something to draw them to a settle. Each one as beguiling as the next, splendid choice after splendid choice, left me feeling rather overwhelmed. Finally my eyes settled on a piece that was exquisite and yet so simply alluring. This painting “Defying Ignorance” by Young June Lew, was provocative but yet innocent in its display. My eyes were first drawn to the silhouette of an elegant woman 's profile, showcasing her naked refinement and femininity. Painted in a lustrous gold hue, she reaches high for what seems to be a pomegranate. After a moment I realized she is not the sole figure in the painting, there are others in the near background. These figures are less precisely detailed, and the essence of their gender is nonexistent. The painting was illustrated will thick acrylic almost making it feel as if you 're part of the painting itself. …show more content…

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