Tables VI 1985

Panayiotis Tetsis made this painting, Tables VI, with a simple approach to shape and color that really shows off the joy of painting. The brushstrokes are so evident, loose, and free, you can almost feel him moving the paint around. The way the colors interact is fascinating: a bright yellow circle anchors the composition, and then you notice the smattering of red onions on the plate below. The paint isn't overworked; it's laid down with confidence, allowing the texture to create its own energy. Look at the edges where the shapes meet, they’re soft and hazy. There’s this feeling of improvisation, like each stroke is a response to the last, leading to something unexpected. Tetsis reminds me a little of Giorgio Morandi, in his own way, turning simple still life into something profound. It’s not about perfection; it’s about the conversation between the artist and the canvas, where the possibilities of paint are explored, and happy accidents are embraced.