Untitled
2003
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
2003
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a close-up face on the left side with soft, dark hair and a neutral expression. Behind it, the rest of the picture is messy—lots of scribbled lines, smudged colors, and torn paper patches in pale blues, pinks, and grays. The background looks like it was made by layering different materials, almost like a collage. The face stands out because it’s the only clear, focused part. Everything else feels rough and unfinished, as if the artist was experimenting. The colors are light and faded, but the black lines in the top right corner add a sharp contrast. Check out watercolor, glazing to see how artists build up colors in thin, see-through layers.