Artwork
Red Planet
Red Planet is a print by Kirsten Schmidt. It dates from 2008 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Red Planet is a print featuring concentric geometric shapes. The artwork's central element is a red circle, surrounded by a blue-grey square with gold foliage patterns, set against a larger pale blue square.
Subject & Meaning
The composition's layered shapes and contrasting colors create a sense of depth. The red circle appears as a distinct, glowing form, while the gold lines evoke organic growth or movement.
Technique & Style
The print's visual effect is achieved through the juxtaposition of bold colors and delicate gold lines. The artwork's worn edges and fraying suggest a tactile, handmade quality.
Artist & collection
Artist
This artist made a 2008 print called Red Planet that falls squarely in contemporary art’s visual language.
