I am Cornè Theron, a neo-optical contemporary artist fascinated by our subconscious motivations and how that is expressed.  My work explores the question, "Why do we do the things we do?" using water as a metaphor for the fluid and hidden nature of our actions expressing our individuality in its social eco-system, but also in terms of our physical environment. Water symbolizes the depth and complexity of human behavior, flowing between conscious and subconscious states.

 

Years ago while living on a farm in South Africa and before moving to France in 2019 on a talent visa, I discovered glass in old doors as a filter to pixellate my images, adding abstraction and depth, blurring the lines between reality and perception. Today, I continue my exploration of glass as a filter, in an area of France with a rich cultural glass history.

 

The surface tension of water, with its cohesion and flexibility, represents the fragility and interconnectedness of our social and physical ecosystems. This theme is central to my work, depicting the delicate balance and intricate connections in our actions, interactions and relationships.

 

Pixels are crucial in my art, symbolizing individuality within a larger context. Each pixel represents a unique aspect of the self, yet collectively they form a cohesive image, much like individuals in society. My use of pixels references neo-impressionism, where small, distinct elements create a unified whole.