Influenced by her childhood spent near the ocean, artist Reisha Perlmutter masterfully captures the memories of gentle ripples and light rays refracting through water in her hyperrealistic paintings. Her latest series, AQUA, portrays women peacefully submerged in water, evoking a genuine sense of tranquil escapism. Through her adept use of light, shadows, and color, Perlmutter transports viewers into a deep state of serenity. Having studied Fine Arts across various American institutions, it was during a residency in Italy that she rekindled her fascination with light. The AQUA series explores ideas of weightlessness and our profound connection to our senses beyond mere thought or intellect. Light plays a critical role in these works, both metaphorically —representing internal illumination — and directly, by evoking sensation and beauty through its presence and inherent complexity.
In her series Aqua, American artist Reisha Perlmutter skillfully paints hyperrealistic images of beautiful bathing women. With their heads underwater, eyes closed, and bubbles escaping from their nostrils, each painting captures the feeling of weightlessness and peace. As viewers, we are transported to a moment where time stands still, submerged below the surface, experiencing the allure and grace of these serene underwater scenes. If you’re seeking a visual escape, Perlmutter’s art invites you to dive into a world of tranquility and beauty, where light and water intertwine to create captivating moments of bliss.
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