Black Girl with Friend 1961

"Black Girl with Friend" (1961) is a powerful and striking painting by Australian artist Charles Blackman. The work showcases Blackman's signature style, characterized by bold, expressive brushstrokes and simplified forms. The painting depicts a young woman in a white dress holding a large red flower, while another figure in a red hat stands beside her. The dark background and contrasting colours create a sense of dramatic tension and emotional depth, typical of Blackman's exploration of human relationships and psychological states.