Mi DFu Pa 2022

Cornelius Annor’s painting ‘Mi DFu Pa’ depicts a scene made with a clear love for patterns and the interplay of vibrant colors. I can imagine Annor layering the paint, building up the textures to bring out the richness of the scene. I wonder, what was it like for Annor to create this painting? Did he start with the figures, carefully shaping their forms with those skin tones? Or did he begin with the floral wallpaper, getting lost in the intricate details of each bloom? Notice the man’s shirt clashing joyfully with the wallpaper, and then the woman’s dress, resonating with the blue of the background wall! It makes me think of Matisse and his love of textiles. Ultimately, artists keep the conversation going across the ages, inspiring each other to see the world anew. As a painter, Annor makes me want to go back to my studio and play with colors and patterns, embracing whatever happens on the canvas!