Half Hidden 2009

Wolf Kahn, born in Germany in 1927, painted 'Half Hidden' to capture the essence of a landscape, filtered through his unique lens. He once said, "I want generosity to be the main ingredient in my painting," and this sentiment is palpable in the expansive washes of color, particularly the vibrant pink that dominates the scene. What does it mean to see a landscape in this riotous hue, challenging our conventional expectations? The 'half hidden' nature of the scene invites us to consider the layers of visibility and concealment, not only in the landscape itself, but also in our perceptions. This piece resonates with questions of identity and place, asking us to reflect on how we project our inner selves onto the world around us. It suggests that our emotional state deeply influences our perceptions of reality.