Carlos Amorales’s ties stand out in space. They leap out at you, in an almost rude manner. Brightly coloured, the ties hang – sharply defined – against the wall. Natural light seems to exemplify their artificial nature. The paper ties were sprayed layer on thin layer. The paint is so thick, and the result of so many fine layers, that it reminds one of exquisite, woven silk. When this work was still being developed, Carlos mentioned: ‘In a way they are based on a very clear and ordinary object but at the same time I think they become something else, like swords, persons, penises or
just simple meaningless colour paintings.’ Later, as the artwork neared its completion: ‘I don’t know what they are, paintings, installation, sculpture, costumes, swords, surfboards, sky boards or none of it.’ ( Maria Barnas, 'Francis, Paul and Olivier', 2011)