Untitled 

This painting is an untitled work by LeRoy Neiman. The figures are formed by bold brushstrokes of ochre, white, and brown. These colours both define and dissolve the dancers’ forms within the sepia background. Neiman's technique here is expressive and gestural. This approach does more than just represent figures; it also captures movement and energy. The strong contrast between the white shirt and the dark background pulls the viewer into the scene. The artist directs our gaze around the composition, mimicking the dynamic movements of dance. Neiman’s brushwork destabilizes any fixed representation. In this way, the painting becomes more about the act of perception and the experience of dance rather than a static image. This dynamic invites us to consider how we perceive and construct reality. It reminds us that what we see is always in flux, shaped by movement and change.