Spectrum of Emotion

With vibrant reds, yellows, greens, and blues, this piece captures the dynamic range of human emotion. The bold application of color and contrasting textures recall the Fauvist movement, where artists like Henri Matisse and André Derain used intense colors to evoke emotional responses. The composition here feels spontaneous and energetic, reminiscent of the gestural work of Abstract Expressionists such as Jackson Pollock. Each color seems to represent a different feeling or memory, merging together yet maintaining individuality, symbolizing the complexity of emotional experience. This painting becomes a journey through the artist’s psyche, where colors become feelings and textures act as memories.

References
Arnason, H. H. (2013). History of Modern Art. Pearson.
Greenberg, C. (1961). Art and Culture: Critical Essays. Beacon Press.