In exploring how people can be connected and adrift at the same time, Alcaide mounts another enthralling exhibition of her unique threadwork portraits for the upcoming online edition of Art In The Park
Eugenia Alcaide has stitched a unique niche in the landscape of modern visual art through her pioneering techniques in layered threadwork. She introduced her unique art form at Art in the Park almost a decade ago. As part of the special exhibitions in the upcoming Art In The Park Online 2021, which runs from 25 July to 1 August, catch Alcaide's entirely new vision of threadwork in an ocean of surreal, electric colour. It is her attempt to weave intricate compositions of "doubt, despair, and desolation", in an exploration of how people can be connected and adrift at the same time.
We chatted with the renowned artist and talked about her inspirations behind her unique style and what she would like to say to those young artists who also want to break from the conventions of art:
How did your passion for the arts come about? Who was your most influential teacher or mentor?
It started in childhood. My mother has rare musical talent, and an uncommon appreciation of fine art. My father saw the potential in my work and convinced me to quit my job so I can focus on art full-time. Usually, it’s the other way around! Thank you, dad.
Name two artists (one local and one international) who inspire you and tell us what you love about their work.
John Santos and Larry Poons, respectively. Santos, for his clean, polished technique and understanding of surrealism. Poons, for the child-like wonder and imagination he still has to this day.