Kond. Laundry 1989

Petros Malayan's "Kond. Laundry" captures a moment in time through the fluid strokes of watercolor on paper. Rather than employing the laborious techniques of oil painting, Malayan embraces the immediacy of watercolor, a medium that lends itself to capturing fleeting moments of everyday life. The essence of the artwork lies in its portrayal of the mundane – laundry drying in a humble neighborhood. The artist's choice of watercolor reflects this focus, allowing him to convey the transience and informality of the scene. The loose, gestural brushstrokes and soft washes evoke the hazy atmosphere and diffuse light of the environment. Through his technique, Malayan elevates the ordinary, inviting viewers to contemplate the value and dignity of labor, and blurring the lines between high art and the everyday.