On the Shore 1934

Kimon Loghi created On the Shore, and it looks like it was made with oil paint. The painting has a lovely, soft touch, doesn't it? The colors are muted, almost pastel-like. The paint looks thin and blended in places, giving it a dreamy quality. It's as if Loghi wasn't trying to capture reality, but more of a feeling, a memory, or a fleeting moment. Look closely at the way he's rendered the tree. See how the branches are defined by these short, choppy strokes? It's not about perfect representation, it's about conveying the essence of the tree, its shape, and its texture. And the pinks and peaches of the foliage, they add this incredible warmth to the scene. It's like the whole canvas is bathed in the glow of a sunset. The way Loghi handles paint reminds me a bit of Bonnard. Both artists have this incredible ability to create atmosphere and mood through color and brushwork. But where Bonnard can be quite dense, Loghi feels lighter, more ethereal. It's a nice reminder that art is an ongoing conversation, with each artist bringing their own unique voice to the mix.