Abstract Silence by Bianca ter Riet

About "Abstract Silence"

by Bianca ter Riet

About the artwork

The art of the unspoken, captured in paint and shadow.

"Abstract Silence" is a visual exploration of introspection and emotional vulnerability, rendered through an abstract-figurative art style. The composition shows a woman's face, partly shrouded in shadow and partly blurred in a fan of brushstrokes. Her eyes are lowered, her lips slightly pursed, as if she is in a moment of deep contemplation.

The colours are subdued and austere - a harmony of black, white and beige tones with subtle hints of pink and grey. The rough, expressive brushstrokes seem to partially dissolve the face into the background, evoking a sense of transience and introspection. This reinforces the idea that silence is not just the absence of sound, but a space where thoughts and emotions can float freely.

The contrasts between sharp details and faded outlines symbolise the way memories and feelings can sometimes be clear, but at other times fade into the background of our consciousness. The absence of direct eye contact with the viewer creates a distance, but at the same time invites interpretation: Who is this person? What is she thinking about? Is she lost in her own thoughts, or is she seeking peace in the silence?

"Abstract Silence" is a reflection of the moments when words fall short and only silence speaks. It is an ode to the beauty of the unspoken, the melancholy of fleeting emotions, and the power of abstract expression. Modern Abstract. Black and White. Serene.

Conceived by Bianca ter Riet, visualized with AI.