Colin Reinagel is a conceptual and experimental artist whose work explores individuality, interconnected systems, and the divine nature of consciousness. After losing his job during the pandemic, Colin began building his body of work. His pieces have been exhibited in galleries both brick-and-mortar and digital and he now offers limited edition metal prints. His art, rooted in spirituality and personal transformation, draws from diverse influences, including several religions, quantum physics, biology, and ultimately a lifelong pursuit of healing and learning.

Colin emphasizes the metallic elements of his painted and embroidered compositions through the use of metal prints, creating reflective surfaces that evoke movement and depth. This approach symbolizes the fluid nature of consciousness and invites contemplation of deeper realities. While his work is contemporary, it exists within the timeless tradition of spiritual art, aiming to resonate with viewers on both emotional and intellectual levels, encouraging introspection and meaningful reflection.

Bio

Artist Statement

My art explores the relationship between uniqueness and interconnectedness, asking how individual lives contribute to a larger system, like microbes forming an ecosystem. I am especially inspired by the concept that the body is not a single entity but a vast system of diverse organisms, each with its own unique experience. Through my work, I encourage viewers to reflect on their own individuality and how every life form—no matter how small or distinct—plays a vital role in sustaining the whole.

I create paintings and embroidered pieces using metallic acrylics, fabrics, and thread. Once completed, I offer them as metal prints, which highlight the reflective qualities inherent in the metallic materials. These prints create both the illusion of movement and depth, making the work feel alive as light passes over or as viewers shift their angle of view. My process is fluid and experimental—each piece evolves unpredictably as I treat the painting, fabric, and embroidery as distinct layers that interact unexpectedly. The result is a tangible three-dimensionality and the suggestion of deeper scenes extending into the frame.

I often reference sin waves, symbolizing energy as frequency, and use geometric patterns to represent the fractal structure of reality—from atomic to cosmic scales. Negative space is an essential part of my compositions, giving viewers room to explore their own thoughts and emotions. Ultimately, I want my work to spark deep reflection—inviting viewers to consider their place in a vast, interconnected system and recognize that their unique experience is both individual and essential. My goal is to leave them with a lingering sense of wonder, engaging with ideas and emotions that words alone cannot express.