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This undated work by Yuri Zlotnikov is created with what seems to be gouache or acrylic paint on paper. The artist has used distinct touches of the brush. These separate, individual marks in a range of colors give the impression of a lively, almost chaotic arrangement. The way the paint has been applied, with visible brushstrokes and varying densities, adds a tactile quality to the work. It gives a direct sense of Zlotnikov’s artistic process. You can imagine him at work, carefully placing each mark on the page to contribute to the overall composition. The colors themselves – vibrant yellows, reds, blues, and greens – further animate the piece. These colors are applied as a series of discrete gestures, small dots, and lines. This emphasizes the artist's hand and labor in the creative process, turning the act of painting into a kind of methodical performance. By understanding the materials and processes involved, we can see how Zlotnikov challenges traditional notions of art, elevating simple acts of making into something significant.