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subject, which emphasize the rhythm ofthe structure, the abstract geometry of the

composition and the dynamics of various

shapes, strokes, lines and color inside it.\7ith this process, I try to capture qualitiesthat are universal rather than temporal."

Bogdan Molea is originaily from the

Ukraine and now calls Canada home.

Molea, a still life artist, says that rvhile he

applies the common technical approach ofphotorea/ism, his goal is "to recreate a visual

realm, a uniry of intense suggestions capable

of delivering the intended emotional,cultural and symbolical messages."

"The final images can then transcend

from a simple representation to a kind ofmetaphysical presence," says Molea. 'As

I manipulate the real life objects, in this

case the gourds or fruits, I am followingthe interrelation of the volumes seen as

characters in a set design. The use of the

light as well helps to create the drama ofthe play." o

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