3:41am Art Critique of Hotel Toilet Painting

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  • @notsilverhand
    @notsilverhand Před 6 měsíci +12

    This artwork, characterized by what may be perceived as an overly simplistic composition, fails to evoke a sense of depth or meaning. The four red brush strokes appear haphazard and devoid of any discernible intention, resembling random swipes rather than purposeful strokes. The use of red, typically associated with passion and emotion, seems arbitrary and lacks the nuance that would elevate it beyond mere visual cliché.
    The decision to encase these lackluster strokes within a white square does little to salvage the composition. Instead of adding a layer of complexity, the square feels like a forced attempt to create structure in what is fundamentally a chaotic and uninspiring arrangement. The contrast between the bold red and the pristine white lacks subtlety, resulting in a visual impact that feels more elementary than sophisticated.
    The limited color palette, while intended to emphasize the significance of each stroke, only serves to highlight the monotony of the composition. The absence of variation in color or tone diminishes any potential for dynamic visual engagement. The red strokes, devoid of any discernible gradation, appear flat and uninteresting, failing to capture the viewer's attention or provoke any meaningful emotional response.
    The juxtaposition of the red strokes against the white backdrop lacks finesse, and the overall composition lacks a cohesive narrative or thematic resonance. Rather than prompting contemplation on the interplay of positive and negative space, the piece comes across as a half-hearted attempt at creating tension between the elements. The imbalance between the untamed strokes and the rigid square creates discord without offering any redeeming qualities in terms of visual intrigue or intellectual stimulation.
    From a compositional standpoint, the placement of the four strokes within the frame feels arbitrary, lacking the thoughtful arrangement necessary to create a harmonious visual experience. The asymmetry appears more accidental than intentional, giving the impression that the artist may have overlooked basic principles of balance and proportion.
    In essence, this painting falls short of delivering a compelling artistic statement. The attempt to convey complexity through simplicity results in a piece that feels more like an uninspired experiment than a thoughtful exploration of form and meaning. The lack of depth, intentionality, and visual interest leaves the viewer with a sense of disappointment, questioning the artistic merit of what appears to be a mere assemblage of four red brush strokes within a white square.

    • @nathaliemariepla
      @nathaliemariepla Před 6 měsíci +2

      In some backwards way, the sheer number of eloquently created critiques dedicated to fully and wholly describing how insufferably bland this painting is, is making me ... want the painting ... It feels skillful, almost now. It's so unfathomably boring it's become compelling.
      I almost forgot to say, I'd genuinely want to hire to you to critique my work. You are fucking incredible. I'd want you to write my eulogy

  • @HoneylandUSA
    @HoneylandUSA Před 6 měsíci +65

    Unappreciative, the red is meant to evoke a sense of hunger thus motivating you to try the soap; whereas this painting solely exist to convince tenants to do something stupid without being blunt about it.

  • @seeblu
    @seeblu Před 6 měsíci +27

    I think that any piece of art that is able to captivate ones attention at such an hour, and to such a degree, is not painted without skill.

    • @arthrfleck
      @arthrfleck Před 6 měsíci +2

      I thought the same thing. It’s still an art to make a stupid painting of it makes you delve into deep thought about how stupid it is.

    • @kamilborzecki7738
      @kamilborzecki7738 Před 6 měsíci +2

      anger evoking art

  • @borfinator
    @borfinator Před 6 měsíci +40

    hell yeah that painting sucks, this is the type of content i come to youtube for

  • @jonyngvesyland5461
    @jonyngvesyland5461 Před 6 měsíci +9

    the meaning of our collective existence is encapsulated in those four red strokes.
    it's marvelous-

  • @vlnow
    @vlnow Před 6 měsíci +13

    The works gauche menstruation subtext was clumsily overstated by the artist.

  • @alyssahansen1400
    @alyssahansen1400 Před 6 měsíci +17

    I agree with you. It seems like it is a painting about painting. With the white box being the canvas and the brushstrokes are intentionally emphasized. What with the varying opacity and the overlap and texture and such.
    It is a pretty color but not really memorable. Personally I like wildlife paintings, or paintings of people doing mundane things (ex: hanging laundry out to dry, cooking a meal, sitting on the porch). It just seems so peaceful and nice.

  • @user-rw3rf7jj5k
    @user-rw3rf7jj5k Před 6 měsíci +6

    The most concise and least self-interested and reactionary critique of postmodern visual art.

  • @crisco6770
    @crisco6770 Před 6 měsíci +7

    Why do I feel like this is going to go viral

  • @KTNelson
    @KTNelson Před 6 měsíci +3

    This painting serves as a profound representation of the act of painting itself. The deliberate use of unskilled red brushstrokes against an off-white backdrop creates a striking visual contrast. The red strokes, while lacking in technical finesse, appear to convey a message that transcends artistic proficiency - suggesting that anyone has the capacity to express themselves through art.
    The choice of red as a dominant color carries multifaceted symbolism, embodying passion, the essence of life, and perhaps even the metaphorical significance of blood. These elements, in juxtaposition with a pure white square that weaves through and around the red strokes, create a powerful narrative. The white square, executed with precision, seems to represent a rigid boundary, attempting to confine and dictate order.
    Implicit in the composition is a call to "color outside the lines," a rebellion against the constraints imposed by societal norms and self-imposed limitations. Strikingly, without the bold presence of red, the white square would fade into the background, echoing the notion that the lines and labels we adhere to can often be arbitrary and inconspicuous.
    The analogy drawn between the white square and the porcelain of a toilet in comparison to the surrounding white tiles on the floor introduces a touch of humor and subversion. This subtle play on mundane elements invites viewers to reflect on the absurdity of societal norms and consider the possibility of breaking free from conventional constraints. In essence, the painting becomes a provocative call to action, urging individuals to "piss outside the lines" and challenge the status quo. Go ahead, pee on the floor.

    • @convolution223
      @convolution223  Před 6 měsíci +2

      Got it covered.

    • @convolution223
      @convolution223  Před 6 měsíci +2

      I wish I could pin this too. Consider your comment honorarily pinned to our hearts.

  • @jeremiahtablet
    @jeremiahtablet Před 6 měsíci +1

    This critique is honestly one of the best critiques I've ever seen.

  • @acidsuzanne4049
    @acidsuzanne4049 Před 6 měsíci +4

    It's period blood. You wouldn't understand.

  • @burr4695
    @burr4695 Před 6 měsíci +1

    i would love to watch a series of you critiquing commercial art

    • @convolution223
      @convolution223  Před 6 měsíci

      Ohhh I might! I just might!
      Ya know, the funny thing is, I remember doing this kind of thing years ago on a random channel that was abandoned. Don't know what ever happened to that. Maybe one day some digital scavengers will find it and wipe away the tummy-hole lint.

  • @arsenigold9470
    @arsenigold9470 Před 6 měsíci +2

    I don't know why but these kinds of videos give me an ASMR reaction, just people talking about something obscure they care about, I just faze out and listen to the voice without even comprehending the words being said, 10/10 would highly recommend

  • @wormswithteeth
    @wormswithteeth Před 6 měsíci +6

    it's everything

    • @ffoska
      @ffoska Před 6 měsíci +1

      Now this I LOOOOOVVVEEEEE

  • @theguardiancustode3962
    @theguardiancustode3962 Před 6 měsíci +9

    I'm guessing it's supposed to be a bloody toilet paper sheet?

  • @officereso
    @officereso Před 6 měsíci +1

    Absolutely genius!!

  • @mewsiu
    @mewsiu Před 6 měsíci +8

    lmao how high were you when you made this

    • @ixxxxxxx
      @ixxxxxxx Před 6 měsíci +1

      the perfect amount

  • @singasong785
    @singasong785 Před 6 měsíci +4

    This video made my internet bill worth paying

    • @convolution223
      @convolution223  Před 6 měsíci

      I'm gonna call AT&T and tell them they owe me dollars.

  • @goschsenpai943
    @goschsenpai943 Před 6 měsíci +1

    shoutout to the algorithm for pushing this one

  • @FirstnameLastname-rf8bf
    @FirstnameLastname-rf8bf Před 6 měsíci +2

    A painting of a painting? I think you've come up with words for this than needed. You've probably put more thoughts into it than initially intended.
    I would have just looked at it and ... wait... Now i don't know what i would do. Now I'm thinking about it. And commenting. What the hell have you done to me? What has this painting done to us?...Art has a way of sparking contemplation and stirring thoughts. It's a testament to its power to evoke emotions and provoke reflection. So I wonder... Is this art?

  • @ethanjsegat
    @ethanjsegat Před 6 měsíci +5

    me and all my homies hate that painting

    • @convolution223
      @convolution223  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you for being in the Boo Your Painting Posse

  • @ixxxxxxx
    @ixxxxxxx Před 6 měsíci +2

    you spit truth

  • @sticky_ricebowl
    @sticky_ricebowl Před 6 měsíci

    thought this was a LANY album cover

  • @bipbapboop1140
    @bipbapboop1140 Před 6 měsíci +1

    thank u youtube recommended

    • @convolution223
      @convolution223  Před 6 měsíci

      lol this is blowing up (from my perspective) thanks for watching, bipbap

  • @jnol784
    @jnol784 Před 6 měsíci +2

    you are right

  • @miumusic6510
    @miumusic6510 Před 6 měsíci +7

    It's just abstract art. Yeah, it's shit, but it's not trying to say anything. It's quite literally just a painting to hang on top of a toilet, so being shit is thematically consistent.

  • @bluejay7090
    @bluejay7090 Před 6 měsíci +3

    its not even good in a minimalist sense

  • @spencer6758
    @spencer6758 Před 6 měsíci +3

    sucks I agree

  • @jakubdelimata2059
    @jakubdelimata2059 Před 6 měsíci +1

    It reminds me of period blood. I don't think that's very fitting for a bathroom. I'm not a woman though, so I don't know what one would think about such a painting

  • @Ballman404
    @Ballman404 Před 6 měsíci

    Balls

  • @kevintheyellowthing
    @kevintheyellowthing Před 6 měsíci

    Damn thats an awful painting

  • @suckmyoof3382
    @suckmyoof3382 Před 6 měsíci

    I feel like it’s not even a painting… they just threw something together in Photoshop and mass printed it probably 😭