The artwork titled “The Source,” created by Kristoffer Zetterstrand in 2004, belongs to the Digital Art movement. Measuring 52 by 52 centimeters, the figurative piece captures a scene depicted in a pixelated aesthetic, blending traditional and modern artistic elements.
In “The Source,” a vibrant, pixelated landscape emerges, evoking the graphical style of early digital art. The scene portrays a serene outdoor vista with cascading waterfalls, symbolizing the flow and origin of natural resources. A juxtaposition can be observed as a classical sculpture is strategically placed in the bottom right corner, offering a compelling contrast between the digital abstraction above and the realistic three-dimensional figure below. The meticulously arranged pixels create a visually striking image that pays homage to both the heritage of classical art and the innovation of contemporary digital techniques. The bright and varied color palette of the top contrasts sharply with the black background, allowing the foregrounded sculpture to add an additional layer of depth and meaning to the piece.
