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English: Acrylic triptych painting titled “The Great Migration to Britain” by Jurita Kalite (2024)
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The Great Migration to Britain (Jurita Kalite, 2024 triptych 100x60cm each)

The Great Migration to Britain is an acrylic triptych created by British artist Jurita Kalite in 2024. The artwork comprises three panels, each measuring 100x60 cm, painted with Winsor & Newton acrylics. The piece is a large-scale exploration of migration, portraying the emotional and physical trials of migrants crossing the English Channel.

Description

The triptych’s central theme is the journey of migrants through the turbulent waters of the English Channel. It contrasts fear and hope, illustrating their struggle for survival and pursuit of a better life. The artwork emphasizes human figures as symbols of resilience, vulnerability, and hope.

Central Panel: Depicts migrants arriving onshore. Figures are shown disembarking with children, receiving medical aid under IV drips, and supporting one another.

Left Panel: Focuses on rescuers aiding those in distress.

Right Panel: Illustrates migrants overcoming their final obstacles, including a young woman crying on a rock, overwhelmed by the harrowing journey.

The composition incorporates powerful symbols, such as boats, the horizon line, and dynamic ocean waves, reflecting the complexity of the migrants' journey and their inner struggles. The dawn breaking over the horizon signifies a new beginning, while the dark nighttime sea evokes fear of the unknown.

Themes and Symbolism

The Sea: Represents both danger and hope, symbolizing the fragility of human life in the face of nature’s power.

Boats: Serve as symbols of risk and hope, highlighting the migrants’ vulnerability and determination.

Color Palette: The contrast between dark and light tones heightens the drama. Cool tones (blues and grays) convey isolation, while warm highlights (gold and red) signify hope.

Dawn: A metaphor for new beginnings, accompanied by challenges and uncertainties.

Technique and Style

Jurita Kalite employed Winsor & Newton acrylics to achieve layered textures and depth. Dynamic brushstrokes and a contrasting color palette imbue the painting with emotional intensity, characteristic of expressionism. Abstract elements combined with realistic details invite viewers to interpret specific aspects of the work individually.

Exhibitions

The Great Migration to Britain was first exhibited at WAES Lisson Grove, London, in 2024-2025 as part of a showcase focusing on migration and social change.

Cinematic Connection

The documentary film "ALIEN: From Different Dimensions" File:ALIEN._From_Different_Dimensions_(2024_film).png is a 20-minute short film that delves into the deeply human story of migration. The film highlights individuals who have lost their homes and are crossing borders in search of a new life.

At the heart of the film is painting "The Great Migration to Britain" which is currently exhibited at WAES Lisson Grove, London. This artwork serves as a poignant visual metaphor for the themes explored in the film.

Film inspired by the painting, has received recognition at international film festivals:

Award Winner 2024: Diploma for "Best Pictorial Art" Film at the SIFFA International Film Festival (London UK).

Nominee 2024: Official nominee for Best International Short Film at the Ekurhuleni International Film Festival (EIFF) (South Africa).

Selections 2024: Official selection with festival laurels at the All That Moves International Film Festival (Brazil).

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