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Craig Alan American , b. 1971

Adamas
Mixed Media on Art Board
40 x 40"
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Craig Alan’s Adamas is a captivating exploration of strength, beauty, and transformation. The title, derived from the ancient Greek word meaning "indomitable" or "unbreakable," alludes to both the durability of a diamond and the human spirit's resilience. In his signature style, Alan masterfully arranges hundreds of meticulously painted figures into a dynamic composition that forms a striking central image. These small figures symbolize individuality and collective effort, emphasizing themes of unity, interconnectedness, and enduring strength. Through its conceptual brilliance, Adamas invites viewers to contemplate the balance between fragility and power, the ephemeral and the eternal—celebrating both the human condition and the unyielding force of creativity.
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Craig Alan’s Adamas is a captivating exploration of strength, beauty, and transformation. The title, derived from the ancient Greek word meaning "indomitable" or "unbreakable," alludes to both the durability of a diamond and the human spirit's resilience.

In his signature style, Alan masterfully arranges hundreds of meticulously painted figures into a dynamic composition that forms a striking central image. These small figures symbolize individuality and collective effort, emphasizing themes of unity, interconnectedness, and enduring strength.

Through its conceptual brilliance, Adamas invites viewers to contemplate the balance between fragility and power, the ephemeral and the eternal—celebrating both the human condition and the unyielding force of creativity.

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