The artwork titled “Within Reach,” created by artist Chris Ofili in 2003, belongs to the figurative genre and is part of the Neo-Expressionism art movement. It forms a part of the “Within Reach (2003)” series.
The artwork exhibits a vibrant and dynamic use of color, using predominantly red and green hues. Depicting two figures, the composition appears to be rich in symbolic imagery with intricate pattern work and juxtaposition of shapes that create an abstract representation of human forms intertwined with natural elements. The figures are rendered in a stylized manner, their outlines defined in black which emphasizes the contrasting colors and forms. The overall impression is one of a lush, almost dream-like scene wherein the figures are suspended in a state of interaction, drawing the viewer into their narrative.
