Immersion

In Jason Zickler's latest show, Immersion, he invites viewers to look closely. Working in acrylic paint and epoxy resin, Zickler creates paintings that feel mystical and hypnotic. The swirling colors look almost like lava, and the material of epoxy resin makes it seem as if it is still in motion. Another aspect that makes these paintings require a long viewing time is their sheer size. 

Zickler has taken the time to develop a unique painting style, in which he first pours acrylic paint onto the canvas in various forms and patterns, then seals it with epoxy resin. This creates a shiny, ethereal finish that perfectly complements the composition. Regarding this part of the process, Zickler says: "Pouring is the heart of my process—steady, fluid, and full of intention. I work with paint the way one might work with memory: letting it flow freely, but always with purpose. As color streams across the surface, it creates layers of movement and energy that can't be replicated with a brush." As a very detail-oriented artist, Zickler has created an artistic practice that emphasizes the process. 

Zickler's color palettes for his pieces are also chosen intentionally. He uses black to outline the different colors and create interesting shapes and patterns, along with other, more vibrant colors. As seen in his diptych Manifold, vibrant reds, oranges, yellows, and blues are swirled together to create a range of patterns and shapes. The combination of colors, size of the paintings, and epoxy resin finish encourages viewers to take as much time as possible to look at them and see what jumps out at them.