Your hot spirit, 2025, continues Eliasson’s recent exploration of the possibilities of working with alcohol ink. These inks are distinguished by their vivid hues and versatility. They are also given to spreading and blending unpredictably when combined with isopropyl alcohol. The artist exploits this quality of the medium by diluting the inks heavily and pouring them directly onto the paper, where they bleed into the page and form irregular, organic shapes. The quality of the paper, the viscosity of the ink, and the atmospheric conditions of the room where the work was made all contribute to the final artwork, while Eliasson only intervenes in gentle ways to direct the flow of ink. Thus the resulting compositions reflect the agency of chance as much as the decisions of the artist.
| Artwork details | |
Title |
Your hot spirit |
Year |
2025 |
Materials |
Alcohol ink on paper |