"Parkland Chronicles" - Tom Phillips
"Parkland Chronicles" - Tom Phillips
"Parkland Chronicles" explores the Park Lands as living archives, holding untold stories of human experience—from Shakespearean tragedies of lost souls to fleeting moments of romance.
These spaces, rich with resilience and despair, inspire my work as a painter. Through my art, I delve into the profound struggles of the human condition, particularly the fear of loneliness.
The Park Lands serve as both a physical setting and a metaphorical backdrop, where humanity's deepest vulnerabilities and fleeting hopes are laid bare. This delicate balance between isolation and connection forms the emotional core of my work.
By inviting viewers to confront their own vulnerabilities, the painting seeks to foster empathy and awareness, reminding us of the shared experiences that unite us, even in our loneliest moments. My hope is that "Parkland Chronicles" encourages reflection on the ties that bind us and the stories we all contribute to this universal archive.
Oil on canvas 136 × 122 cm