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This duality—of the fixed and the fluid—is reinforced by the layered application of blue pigment, which reveals a history of mark-making through its visible brushstrokes and subtle textural variations. The color palette, dominated by a cool, atmospheric blue, evokes a sense of quiet introspection, while the expansive negative space around the square creates a dynamic tension between presence and absence. This use of space and color is characteristic of the artist’s broader exploration of balance and harmony, drawing from both Eastern philosophies and the formal principles of Modernist design. \"Basic Square\" is not merely a representation of an object but a meditation on the act of creation itself, inviting viewers to contemplate the relationship between form, space, and the artist’s hand. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to convey profound simplicity through a nuanced and deeply considered visual language.\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.decorus.art\/collections\/mike-schick\"\u003eFor more art by Mike Schick click here.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDecorus Art is an authorized licensee of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wildapple.com\/\"\u003eWild Apple Graphics\u003c\/a\u003e. 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