Study for Iridescent Interpenetration 1912

Giacomo Balla made this study for Iridescent Interpenetration, probably with gouache or watercolor, and you can see how he's working out his ideas, one colour at a time. The surface is so full of light! It's like the paint itself is glowing. Each stroke is laid down with precision, a little world of its own, and yet they all come together to form this radiating, almost explosive, form. Look at how the colors shift from red to blue to green, creating a sense of movement. I love the slight imperfections in each line, the way they wiggle and breathe. It reminds me that art is not just about perfect execution, but about capturing a moment, a feeling, a fleeting glimpse of beauty. It's like Balla is trying to catch the speed of light itself. Balla’s exploration reminds me of the later work of Hilma af Klint, who also experimented with abstract forms and vibrant colors. Both artists invite us to see the world in new and unexpected ways.