Leaving Algol ... Acrylic Print
by Matt Konar
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Leaving Algol ... acrylic print by Matt Konar. Bring your artwork to life with the stylish lines and added depth of an acrylic print. Your image gets printed directly onto the back of a 1/4" thick sheet of clear acrylic. The high gloss of the acrylic sheet complements the rich colors of any image to produce stunning results. Two different mounting options are available, see below.
Design Details
Algol is a binary star in the constellation Perseus. It is the bright star in the severed head of Medusa which every 68 hours and 49 minutes will... more
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Artist's Description
Algol is a binary star in the constellation Perseus. It is the bright star in the severed head of Medusa which every 68 hours and 49 minutes will wink at the viewer. The Hebrews knew Algol as "Rosh ha Satan" Satan's Head. In Arabic it is called "Ra's al Ghul" the Demon's Head. The Greek tale is that if one looked at this demon Medusa - they would be turned to stone. Perseus slew Medusa, then used her severed head to turn the sea monster Cetus to stone and then broke the chains that bound Andromeda. Andromeda, the lady in bondage and chains, is located in the sky below Perseus and above Pisces. This story does have a happy ending, after Perseus frees Andromeda she becomes his beautiful bride - represented by the constellation Cassiopeia.
So for me, it is best not to have my heart turned to stone - not to look at the winking Algol.
In this painting, there are other stories and symbols of slavery, freedom and life ... I hope you enjoy the viewing.
About Matt Konar
Konar's work is both light and dark in subject, approaching at every turn both the whimsical and the mischievous. He uses the canvas as a stage to capture moments of love and heroism, as well as times of human folly. His characters come from real life, from songs, from poems and from stories. All the stories take place under a starry sky with the drama of the constellations. Unexpected details are presented through the book on a shelf, the image in a mirror, the wallpaper pattern, an individual leaf, and many other visual gestures waiting to be unlocked by the viewer. His technique of using glaze upon glaze creates colors that are deep, rich and vibrant. There is a profound sense of mystery, nuance, symbolism and timelessness in the...
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Randy Burns
Matt, your wonderful painting shares perfectly your story in your description. Again, your night skies with the constellations is superb as the foreground silhouettes the heavens. F/L.
Matt Konar replied:
Thank you Randy ~ not only can you create beautiful works of art ~ but humorous ones too! I love your depiction of Eve : )
Hazel Holland
Love how your art always tells a story... more than one story at times and leaves the interpretation up to the viewer... I see two runaway slaves on their way to freedom... L/F
Matt Konar replied:
Thank you for your kind words Hazel, their are actually three in the little pram - the mother is reaching her hand over her baby in the bow.
Theresa Campbell
Lovely painting, so full of symbolism. LFTG
Matt Konar replied:
Thank you Theresa ~ this is one of my favorites. I love your Abstract Zen Waterfall!
Laurie Search
Revisiting this amazing work of yours, Matt!! I just love it!! You are so talented!!! :)))vf
Matt Konar replied:
Thank you dear friend ~ and thanks for reminding me of the fond childhood memories of Twin Lakes ...
John Alexander
Oh man... this one is a definite favorite. I love your style Matt. Very happy to have found your gallery.
Matt Konar replied:
John ... the images in your gallery and your descriptions are consuming ...
Dave Farrow
Matt your "story telling" paintings are exceptional works of art and they appear to be left open to the interpretation of the viewer. I see two runaway slaves gliding silently through the cedar swamp on their way to freedom. The constellations dance and twinkle over their heads..the reflections in the water add an overall surreal atmosphere to this beautiful painting..I love it and you earn another gold...L/V...outstanding dreamy work
Matt Konar replied:
Dave, I love your comments because they always direct me back to your site ... your work is full of life!
Petko Pemaro
https://twitter.com/Petko_Pemaro/status/572287283069648896
Matt Konar replied:
Thank You Petko I always get many new views from your comments and postings! Your "Cyclamen C29y2" is a fascinating work... incredible texture ...
Petko Pemaro
http://www.stumbleupon.com/stumbler/1pmps4
Matt Konar replied:
Thank You Petko I always get many new views from your comments and postings! Your "Cyclamen C29y2" is a fascinating work... incredible texture ...
Petko Pemaro
F&V!
Matt Konar replied:
Thank You Petko I always get many new views from your comments and postings! Your "Cyclamen C29y2" is a fascinating work... incredible texture ...
Petko Pemaro
Fantastic work!
Matt Konar replied:
Thank You Petko I always get many new views from your comments and postings! Your "Cyclamen C29y2" is a fascinating work... incredible texture ...
Jeffrey Friedkin
Lovely dreamy work.
Matt Konar replied:
Jeffrey ~ I like your ability to capture the city at night : )
Wayne Moran
Creative magic. wow.
Matt Konar replied:
Wayne, Thank You very much ~ your work is thoughtful and ... perfectly executed.
AR Annahita
Fantastic work!! L
Matt Konar replied:
Thank you AR - your Star Island is spectacular !
Violeta Ianeva
Gorgeous piece of art!
Matt Konar replied:
Thank you Violeta ~ your St John's Wort In The Forest is perfect.
Parker Cunningham
Beautiful!
Matt Konar replied:
Thank You Parker, this is one of my favorites ...
Nora Shepley
THIS IS GORGEOUS LOVE YOUR GALLERY MATT
Matt Konar replied:
Nora, Thank you for the kind words ~ your gallery has put a large smile on my face this morning : )
Lazaro Hurtado
Awesome work ad gallery
Matt Konar replied:
Thank You Lazaro ~ this is one of my favorite children : )
Laurie Search
Oooh, what an amazing sky and reflections....and, as always, such astounding storytelling skills you show us here!! And the whole creation is full of such meaning and symbolisms!! Truly beautiful work, my friend!!! :))))fv
Matt Konar replied:
Laurie, this is the one i almost sent to you to get your ideas for a title ... : )
ROSE WANG
beautiful work.
Matt Konar replied:
Thank you Rose ~ your drawing skills are remarkable !
Iris Gelbart
Beautiful work....
Matt Konar replied:
Thank You Iris - your digital style is truly unique and joyful!