Water

This painting is part of the series "So Move", which explores sports and movement in general as a metaphor for everyday life. The paintings in this series focus on breaking down movement into phases, where each step, jump, swimming stroke, or gesture represents an individual stage of a larger whole. Each phase reflects the process of gradual development. These phases resemble moments in life that come together to form a bigger picture. The series thus examines the rhythm and continuity of movement. It serves as a reminder that every step forward is the result of previous steps and highlights the importance of individual moments.

 
Water is the first work by David Mazanec to feature the figure of an athlete. The divers, all converging toward a single point, may evoke the pursuit of a common goal. While the figures appear to be leaping into the fountain, their synchronized rhythm simultaneously gives the impression that they are being propelled outward, as if emerging from the water source itself.