Ethereal signals
“Ethereal Signals” from the Limits series is characterized by a minimalist composition, in which vertical, subtle marks in soft pastel pink are placed against a uniform grey-beige background. The arrangement of these signals seems random, yet carries a certain rhythm and repetition, evoking associations with an encoded message or an abstract form of communication.
The placement of elements is asymmetrical—the lines appear in various configurations: individually, in pairs, or in irregular groupings. This introduces a sense of organic structure, reminiscent of sound recordings, radio waves, or a disrupted digital code.
The dominant, muted colors create an atmosphere of silence and transience. The pink signals provide a gentle contrast, yet remain at the edge of visibility—as if they were balancing between presence and disappearance. This painterly approach emphasizes the ephemerality of the message and the fragility of the signal itself.
The title “Ethereal Signals” suggests a theme of immaterial communication—this could refer to sound waves, radio frequencies, neural impulses, or even metaphorical messages floating in space. The painting may allude to the limits of perception—to signs that exist but are difficult to grasp or interpret.
The Limits series as a whole explores the concept of boundaries—both physical and mental. In the context of this painting, it may be a reflection on what goes unnoticed, on the subtle signals in everyday life that often escape our attention. On the limits of human communication—unspoken words, hidden emotions, interrupted connections.
Series | Limits |
Year completed | 2025 |
Autor | Magdalena Nowatkowska |
Technique | Acrylic on cotton canvas |
Dimension |
32.5 x 32.5 x 4 cm / 12.8 x 12.8 x 1.6 (oprawiony) 30 x 30 x 2 cm / 11.8 x 11.8 x 0.8 (bez ramy) |
Inventory | G142 |
Available | available |
Price | ![]() |