“Whirler” (2023).

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WiL Vélez, Whirler, 2023.

stain and acrylic on paper (90 lb/250 gsm)

artwork: 8 x 8 in (20.3 x 20.3 cm)

overall dimensions (framed): 14 1/8 x 14 1/8 x 15/16 in (35.88 x 35.88 x 2.38 cm)

This painting includes a 12 x 12 in. (30.48 x 30.48 cm) acid-free 4 ply (1/16 in) mat board in cream linen with 6.5 x 6.5 in. (16.51 x 16.51 cm) square cutout and 45-degree white core beveled edge, a 12 x 12 in. clear acrylic pane (3/32 in. depth) with non-glare glazing and OP-3 UV filtering and a 1 1/4 in. (3.175 cm.) profile wood frame in matte black with 12 x 12 in. opening and overall dimensions of 14 1/8 x 14 1/8 x 15/16 in. (35.88 x 35.88 x 2.38 cm).

The idea for this painting emerged during a time when I was surrounded by textiles. 

As one of my earliest works to feature water-based stains, the scene—though seemingly non-representational—actually depicts a whirlwind that formed at the intersection nearest my home. 

One day, while walking through the neighborhood, I approached my house and witnessed the blade-like leaves of liriope spinning into a small, sustained whirlwind. It held its shape for what felt like minutes. 

With this piece, I set out to capture the fleeting, unexpected beauty of that moment.

This is a unique, original artwork. Its image, like all images on this website, is the copyright of ©️WiL Vélez. All rights reserved.