Contemporary Primitive figurative and narrative mixed media acrylic painting of whimsical birds is from the artist's “Winged Narratives: A Social Study” collection.
“Birds are relatable, social creatures and are among the most numerous organisms on
the planet earth. We can learn a great deal about ourselves from observing their behavior in nature. “Winged Narratives: A Social Study” is dedicated to the preservation of natural creatures and their environments.” ~ Cleaster Cotton
In this collection, Cleaster presents whimsical caricatures of birds with body language
depicting their relationship to each other and their place in time and space.Employing her signature tools – color, texture, light and movement – Cotton
investigates introspection and how we relate in nature and society as humans, as
individuals, as partners… in relationship to family, community, nation and race.She provides a seamless segue to fanciful places and intimate spaces, where her narratives unfold, in this collection of one heart-warming, humorous painting afteranother.
