Untitled 1975

Sam Francis created this untitled work with watery colors and splatters of paint, embracing the unpredictable nature of the medium. The way he let the colors bleed and run is something I really relate to in my own work; it's like a conversation between you and the paint. Look how the blues and purples puddle together, forming these soft, blurry shapes. Then there are the sharp, dark splatters cutting across the surface, creating a sense of energy. Notice how the white of the paper peeks through, adding lightness. The dark splatters feel almost like a dance, maybe they are a nod to Jackson Pollock? But Francis is doing his own thing, letting the paint lead the way. It’s like he’s saying, “Here’s the mess, here’s the beauty, let’s see what happens.” And isn’t that what art is all about?