Field Flowers 1980

Viorel Marginean made this painting, Field Flowers, with a whole lotta visible brushstrokes. There's a sense of joy in this work; like the artist didn't overthink it. Look at how the flowers are built up with layers of paint. You can almost feel the texture, right? The paint isn't trying to hide itself; it's saying, "Hey, I'm here! I'm part of the fun!" I love how the white blobs dance around the orange and yellow of the flowers, creating movement, like they’re about to take off and fly. The brown vase is understated, grounding the composition without stealing the show. This reminds me of Milton Avery, with its pared-down shapes and everyday subject matter. But Marginean has his own thing, that loose, energetic touch. It's a reminder that art is always in conversation, with each artist adding their own voice to the mix.