This piece is an abstract expressionist painting characterized by bold, gestural brushstrokes and a dynamic interplay of colors and forms.
The painting primarily uses shades of blue, teal, white, yellow-ochre, and dark grey or black. The blues dominate, giving an overall cool tone to the piece with warm accents.
An abstract representation of two girls enjoying a warm summer day. it is composed of sweeping brushstrokes that create a sense of movement and energy across the canvas. There's a visible texture from the thick application of paint, known as impasto technique, which adds depth and tactile quality to the work.
The paintings' brushstrokes create a sense of motion, with some appearing to swoop across the canvas while others intersect or overlay each other.There's a strong contrast between the light and dark elements, as well as between the cool blues and the warmer yellow-ochre tones.
A light blue area in the upper portion of the painting suggests a sky or atmospheric element, while darker blue at the bottom might represent water or earth.
Several areas on this piece draw the eye, including a prominent yellow-ochre form on the left and white strokes that stand out against the darker elements.
"Girls on the Beach" is clearly in the abstract expressionist style, emphasizing spontaneous, intuitive creation and the emotional impact of color and form rather than recognizable objects.
The overall effect is one of dynamism and energy, evoking natural forces like wind or water, though the interpretation is left open to the viewer's imagination. The painting invites contemplation and can evoke different emotional responses based on individual perception.
- Subject Matter: Abstract
- Current Location: Holly Harris Studios
- Collections: Abstract Expressions, Figurative