Untitled 1992

This Untitled work by Ilse D'Hollander, of no specific date, measuring 65 by 50 cm, presents an intriguing approach to color and form, where artmaking feels like a journey of discovery. Look at the surface; D'Hollander’s touch is so present. The paint isn't trying to hide anything; it's not super thick, but you can see how the brush moved, almost like she's having a conversation with the canvas. The blacks and whites against that muted green create a push and pull, a visual rhythm that's both calming and a bit unsettling. And that one shape in the lower left corner – it's like a dark exclamation point, grounding the whole composition. It speaks to the power of simple gestures to hold so much weight. D'Hollander’s work reminds me a bit of Forrest Bess, in the sense that she’s following some internal, deeply personal logic. It's a reminder that art doesn't always need to shout; sometimes, the quietest voices have the most to say.