Greed 1989

This is Carlos Almaraz’s painting, “Greed” – and, wow, it's a red one! Look how he's laid down these super vibrant colors; juicy reds and blues. It feels impulsive, immediate, but also carefully arranged. You know, painting is a lot about reacting to what’s already there. The paint in “Greed” looks pretty thin, almost like watercolor, especially in that ground of red. It lets the texture of the surface peek through, which makes the whole thing feel alive. The wolves are dark and slinky, drawn with simple strokes, they remind me of the work of Leon Golub. See how that one white bone glows against the red? It's like a tiny spotlight in a big, chaotic stage. Ultimately, art isn't about having all the answers. It's more about asking good questions and keeping the conversation going.