Is The Satire Obvious Enough In This New Painting?

The Latin phrase, generally translated, means ‘The true essence of art is to conceal the artistry’ or sometimes translated as ‘The true value of art is in it’s subtlety.’

http://pics.livejournal.com/unmired/pic/000k40cf/g272

Using this mantra as the criteria, would more flamboyant, over-the-top, modern abstract art (from Abstract Expressionist to Pop) qualify? Or it art for it's own sake enough to qualify it as true art?

About this new painting itself, your opinions are welcome.

I'm honestly not sure what my motives were (outside of trying to make a satiric statement) for painting this but I do love the inner-action of the grids with the color fields.

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Hi Doc
I think it fits very well with "The true value of art is in it's subtlety".
With that translation there is no need for it to be a more flamboyant work.
I like like the color interactions in the grid also.
I also can make out subtle texture which I like also.
The message is great & there are so many motives or intent to art.
Sometimes the abstracts get lost on people, especially when the art is more about color & texture than a realistic interpretation.
Nice to see you again.
Many Blessings!

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