Homenaje a Gora 2014

Requena Nozal's 'Homenaje a Gora' is a 70 by 100 cm canvas exploding with colour, a real testament to artmaking as a lively process. The painting's surface is alive with texture, a mosaic of greens, yellows, and blues laid down with evident energy. The paint application seems spontaneous, with drips and splatters creating a sense of movement. Zoom in, and you'll see how the colours mix wet-on-wet, creating these gorgeous, unexpected hues. There's a section over on the left, where a darker green almost blends into the blue, but then bam! A shot of vibrant yellow cuts through it. To me, that's what painting is all about. It’s about the little moments of surprise and discovery. This reminds me a little of Joan Mitchell's landscapes, or maybe even some late Monet, all about the joy of paint. Of course, Nozal brings their own unique perspective. It’s a conversation, each artist building on what came before, always open to new interpretations.