Untitled
2008
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
2008
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting looks like a wild mix of shapes and colors. Bright greens, blues, and reds fill the scene with odd, swirling forms—some look like plants, others like faces or animals. A big red apple sits near the top, and tiny drawings of cells or bugs float around. The background has a watery, blurry feel, while the shapes in front are sharp and detailed. The artist used lots of different materials—paint, paper cutouts, even crayon—to create this busy, dreamlike world. It’s not a clear picture of anything real, but more like a collage of ideas. If you like this style, check out the artist Alexander Ross.