Leda Redux

"Leda Redux" is a captivating artwork that emerges from the intricate combination of graphite, white pencil, and acrylic on shaped wood panel. The arresting scene captures a enigmatic woman, her figure gracefully adorned in shadow and light, holding delicately the remnants of an animal skeleton. This convergence of human and animal, rendered with meticulous attention to detail, compels viewers to ponder the rich tapestry of life's interconnectedness. Through the artist's skilled use of shape and texture, the ethereal presence of the woman and the skeletal relic seem to merge and blur the boundaries of the physical and spiritual realms, inviting us into a captivating visual narrative rife with intrigue and meaning.

Some develop a world view through acquisition of unbiased knowledge, but the world view of many is pre-ordained by culture, or manipulated by institutions. The world today is striking in its defined sides.

Robert Nelson is interested in contrast; innocence/corruption, the infinite/the finite, past/future, good/evil. Robert is fascinated by how meanings can change depending on point of view. He strives for images that are defined differently by each observer. An image where their experiences, prejudices and beliefs all combine into the final experience of the work.