About the artwork
Against a dark background evoking mountainous relief, three cyclists hurtle down the road towards the viewer, their tilted heads showing fierce determination. Each is drawn in one of the three primary colors, giving the impression of clashing hues. The road, marked by yellow lines, materializes the cyclists' trajectory in a circular pattern reminiscent of a velodrome. This visual representation adds an aesthetic dimension, underlining the circularity of the competition and the continuity of the effort. The dark background evokes the toil of the race, as if the setting sun had spent the day competing alongside the cyclists. From the composition as a whole, an impression of speed emanates, conveying the palpable energy of the race. Will Barras reveals his passion for cycling in this work, which transcends the simple image to capture the very essence of cycling competition.
Expert opinion
An avid cycling fan, Will Barras captures the intensity of the competition in a composition marked by dark tones.
About the artist
Born in 1973, Will Barras is an artist, illustrator and animation director living and working in London. Having grown up in Birmingham, he left to study graphic design at Bristol University in the 90s. Co-founding the Scrawl collective with artists Steff Plaetz and Mr. Jago, he contributed to the development of British urban art. Cityscapes, speed of movement, vehicles and cycling - Will Barras' subjects are varied. The decor of his works bears witness to an extraordinary dynamism. A keen traveler, he exhibits his work all over the world, in Europe, the United States and Asia. His work has been shown in Japan since 2002 at Parko Tokyo and Hanku Osaka, in Miami in 2007 at the Scope Art Fair and Primary Flight, and at the Urvanity Art Fair in Madrid in 2021 and 2022.
“When people look at my art, or appreciate art in general, it's because it's a place where you can just have a little space away from reality. I think art is a good way to escape, a chance to dream.”
Additional info
Signed
Framed
Proof of authenticity
3x
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