One day near the sea (in situ) 2016

Alfred Freddy Krupa created this watercolour titled 'One day near the sea (in situ)'. The artwork's composition strikes you immediately with its sparseness and focus on intersecting, bare tree branches. The light washes of colour, predominantly blues, greys, and yellows, evoke a sense of quietude and the starkness of a coastal environment. Krupa's technique reflects an engagement with traditional ink wash painting, emphasizing line and form over detailed representation. The minimalist approach invites interpretation, allowing the viewer to complete the image mentally. The composition might be seen through the lens of semiotics, where natural forms are reduced to essential signs. The sea is just a horizontal strip, the mountains a series of short lines. The painting challenges traditional modes of landscape art. Ultimately, the delicate balance between presence and absence in this watercolour draws attention to the artist’s hand and the intentionality behind each sparse mark. Through this formal economy, Krupa invites a contemplation on nature and representation.