"The
art scene here has certainly changed. Myanmar has opened up to the world compared
to only 12 years ago. In fields such as communications and technology, and in
business, the younger generation is moving ahead with blessing of their old mentors.
Globalization is catching up with us, which means we must be in step, or at least not far
behind."
5 Continents I, 2000
66" x 33", mixed media on canvas
"Today
I look at social, political and economic issues, not only for my country but for all
countries. I would like to express their sufferings and feelings. So my
subjects are simple but sometimes my works are confused. It depends upon
conditions."
5 Continents II, 2000
34" x 43", oil on canvas
Moving
in a different direction, the "Mother & Child" series are an
exercise in planned spontaneity. A meditative exercise, Myint conceived of the
drawings in his head, yet carried them out spontaneously with one continues line.
The goal was to move his hand in a relaxed and free manner, to achieve a singular, flowing
form. The results are bold, spare and direct.
Mother & Child I, 2002
27" x 24", acrylic on Shan paper
The impact
of these stark and iconic images are enhanced by Myint's use of textured, handmade
mulberry-bark paper, produced by the Shan minority, who live in the eastern mountains of
Myanmar. While very contemporary, these works hark back to the figures and line of
classical Myanmar art.
Mother & Child II, 2002
27" x 24", acrylic on Shan paper
Amit May collection
This series of works, entitled "East
& West", were also made on Shan paper, with a burst of spontaneity as their
point of inception. Unlike "Mother & Child" though, these
works are totally spontaneous, in a similar vein to Myint's abstract oil paintings.
The underlying theme, of course, is the enigmatic relationship between eastern and western
sensibilities.
<Previous 2 of 3
Next>
"The
art scene here has certainly changed. Myanmar has opened up to the world compared
to only 12 years ago. In fields such as communications and technology, and in
business, the younger generation is moving ahead with blessing of their old mentors.
Globalization is catching up with us, which means we must be in step, or at least not far
behind."
"Today
I look at social, political and economic issues, not only for my country but for all
countries. I would like to express their sufferings and feelings. So my
subjects are simple but sometimes my works are confused. It depends upon
conditions." 
Moving
in a different direction, the "Mother & Child" series are an
exercise in planned spontaneity. A meditative exercise, Myint conceived of the
drawings in his head, yet carried them out spontaneously with one continues line.
The goal was to move his hand in a relaxed and free manner, to achieve a singular, flowing
form. The results are bold, spare and direct.
The impact
of these stark and iconic images are enhanced by Myint's use of textured, handmade
mulberry-bark paper, produced by the Shan minority, who live in the eastern mountains of
Myanmar. While very contemporary, these works hark back to the figures and line of
classical Myanmar art.
This series of works, entitled "East
& West", were also made on Shan paper, with a burst of spontaneity as their
point of inception. Unlike "Mother & Child" though, these
works are totally spontaneous, in a similar vein to Myint's abstract oil paintings.
The underlying theme, of course, is the enigmatic relationship between eastern and western
sensibilities.
Amit May Fine Arts