Viewing Fish at Flower Harbour 1977

Wu Guanzhong made Viewing Fish at Flower Harbour with ink and color on paper, and it looks like he had a blast doing it. It's all about process, you know? The way the colors swim together, like the fish themselves, suggests a real joy in the making. The textures here are pretty cool. The grey ink washes form these swirling patterns, making the water feel alive and fluid. Then, bam, you get these vibrant red fish darting around, each one a quick, confident stroke. Look at how Wu uses the negative space around the fish; it makes them pop and gives the whole scene a sense of movement. It reminds me a little of Joan Miró, who also knew how to use simple forms to create a sense of playful energy. Ultimately, art is about seeing the world in new ways. And this piece? It's like a little splash of joy, reminding us to find beauty in the everyday.