Tlingit of Trigon Original Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting By Nena Howell
Nena Howell's "Tlingit of Trigon" is a captivating abstract acrylic painting that draws inspiration from her rich cultural heritage of the Tlingit people of Alaska. The contemporary composition is an layered interplay of shapes, colors, and textures, reminiscent of traditional Tlingit art forms.
The artist's expressive abstract shaped like the Tlingit trigon, ovoid’s, hashmarks combined with organic transparent floral elements are woven into a story, much like a vertical clan story in a totem. This trigon in the foreground swirling is absent of color. The artist was studying The Transforming Image book and the abstract works of Lee Krasner when this piece was created.
The palette is dominated by cool tones of transparent teals, aquas, cobalt’s and white, which are juxtaposed with vibrant hues of orange. These contrasting colors create a sense of spiritual energy and clear connection to nature and rewards of good stewardship.