Untitled 

Kinder Album's "Untitled" painting is realized with oil paints, a material traditionally associated with fine art. Here, oil paint's capacity for smooth gradations of tone is fully exploited in the rendering of flesh and sky. The artist has opted for soft, subtle colors, imbuing the scene with a gentle light. Oil paint lends itself well to this atmospheric effect, allowing for layers of translucent color to be built up gradually. This is a labor-intensive process, requiring patience and careful handling of the materials. The social context of painting also comes into play. "Untitled" could be seen as a challenge to traditional artistic hierarchies. While the subject matter is reminiscent of historical nudes, the treatment is more modern, intimate, and immediate, making it more in line with the values of craft. This reminds us to see beyond the art historical references, and to consider how the artist manipulates the medium to convey contemporary ideas and attitudes.