Dynamic lines and forms collide within vibrant fields of colour in Bijanka Bacic’s paintings, inviting the

viewer into a surface that navigates the diverse paths of abstraction. Bacic’s systematic process demonstrates a deep investigation into the history of art with a focus on what it means to paint in the act of the abstract today. 

Her chaotic artistic exploration skilfully captures and harnesses visual tensions and contradictions 

inherently present in the grid, reducing it to mere horizontal or vertical stripes. This automated yet

manually repetitive pattern serves as a testament to a high level of control while seamlessly introducing an element of unpredictability. As the stripes transition from deliberate gestural intentions to a chance-

influenced distribution, they add an intriguing layer of complexity. 

By juxtaposing this technique with diverse models of abstraction, whether it be the figure or landscape, Bacic transforms the painted canvas into a contested site. Within this layered surface, the picture can both be evoked and subverted, with the stripes serving as a visual grammar contributing to the duality of 

illusionistic spatiality against the tangible presence of materiality. This deliberate interplay unveils intricate relationships among the contrasting layers, involving a process of adding and obliterating, where a series of mistakes in blindness lead to the emergence of a distinctive relationship. 

This exploration prompts a questioning of established models and their relevance in our contemporary condition. Through deliberate contradictions and nuanced dialogues, Bacic’s paintings serve as a testament to the perpetual tensions between illusion and reality, pictures and paintings, form and formlessness. 

Together, they weave a rich tapestry that challenges and captivates in equal measure.