Outside, Looking In, 2009

Montreal's Tanya Johnston maps the connective tissue between worlds both natural and formal. Think granular universes in the face of epigenetics; nastic movement and superstring theory; Bert v. Ernie. The multidisciplinary designer explores this tête-à-tête of geometry and geography through jaw-dropping digital paintings, drawings, and collage work. The precision is palatable.

From her artist's statement:

"Drawing from symbolism, semiotics, psychology, science and culture, my process of creation attempts to synthesize linear and non-linear thinking. Through my work I explore the realms of reality as illusion, and illusion as reality. I seek to bridge the gap between two hemispheres – both literally and metaphorically – on the mental, emotional and spiritual planes.

My technique is also exploratory, shifting from drawing and painting to mixed-media and digital imaging, often in combination. I access principles of aesthetics and design through the use of mathematics and sacred geometry in order to bring harmony, unity and balance in my work, and in my own experience of life."

I imagine the image-aggregator for 20 Jazz Funk Greats is beyond psyched.

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