Artwork Description
Salome Jaffe – Crimson
Dimensions: 18 x 24″ unframed
Year: 2024
Medium: metal, resin, oils and acid
My art is a conversation between the natural world and the human experience. I’m drawn to how materials and people evolve when faced with pressure and time, revealing layers of complexity that aren’t immediately visible. Working with metals allows me to explore this dynamic in a very hands-on way, where the transformation of the material becomes a metaphor for the resilience and beauty that life’s challenges can uncover.
The process I use—carefully oxidizing metals with acids—is intentional and thoughtful. It’s about more than just changing the surface; it’s about uncovering what lies beneath. This transformation reflects how we, too, can discover hidden strengths in ourselves when we go through difficult experiences. Through my work, I aim to capture this tension between decay and renewal and to remind viewers that even in adversity, there’s potential for something beautiful to emerge.
I want my art to feel relatable and personal, like a reflection of our journeys. Just as metals are shaped and transformed by their environment, we are continually shaped by the experiences we go through. My work is an invitation to see the beauty in that process and to appreciate the strength that comes from growth and change.