Dance

Part of the "Flow of Passion: A Dancer's Story" series

Kathleen Warren's "Dance" encapsulates the graceful movement and emotion of a dancer, expressed through the unique medium of photo-encaustic. The original photograph captures the fluidity and energy of the moment, while layers of encaustic wax introduce texture and depth, inviting the viewer to experience the dancer’s motion in an almost tactile way.

Warren’s lifelong love of photography and her more recent exploration of encaustic techniques combine in this piece, creating a dynamic impressionistic portrayal of a dancer in motion. Her extensive background, from her days in darkrooms to her formal study of photography, all contribute to her innovative fusion of these mediums. Her diverse life experiences, including her time working with horses and teaching biological sciences, imbue her art with storytelling depth.

This piece speaks not just to the movement of the body but to the flow of passion and emotion that drives the dancer. Subtle texture added to the wax layers enhances the sense of movement, creating a living, breathing work of art.