Love Scene 1982

This is Yiannis Moralis’ ‘Love Scene’, created using oil paint on canvas. Moralis' paintings have a distinctive appearance which he achieves through the inherent qualities of his chosen materials, such as the texture, weight, colour, and form of the paint. This work is clearly the product of a studio, but it also reflects Moralis’s sensitivity to the commercial design of his era. There is a graphic quality to this piece, with flattened shapes and a limited palette of contrasting tones. Consider how the material – oil paint – has been applied. Smooth surfaces create planes of colour which seem to have been carefully considered. The composition is carefully balanced, inviting the viewer to contemplate not only the scene but also the artist’s skilled execution. By focusing on the materiality and production of this ‘Love Scene,’ we gain a deeper appreciation for the blending of craft, design, and fine art sensibilities in Moralis’s work.