New Galaxy

NEW GALAXY By utilizing various stylistic elements that evoke feelings in people, Alma Thomas creates an aesthetic painting that is not only pleasing to the eye, but also to the soul. The painting, cleverly named, New Galaxy, was done in 1970 with acrylic paint. Thomas painted New Galaxy on a 54 x 54 inch canvas. Through the use of a monochromatic blue color scheme, vertical lines, and impressionistic brush strokes, Alma Thomas conveys feelings of calmness, strength and …

…complexity and I was curious to dissect the painting to see what it meant. I quickly learned that by analyzing it’s formal elements, New Galaxy shows the transition from old to new with the small change in color and numerous impressionistic brush strokes. It also conveys that New Galaxy will be strong and prosperous in its future. I never thought I could analyze a piece of art this thoroughly, but I enjoyed the experience.