Mmaa Mpaninfoo Nhyeamu 2021

Cornelius Annor made this painting, "Mmaa Mpaninfoo Nhyeamu," with such sharp observations and angular geometry. Looking at the painting, I can imagine Annor in the studio, thinking about Bonnard and Vuillard, and the way they explored domestic life and the intimacies of private spaces. There's such a lovely sense of light and shadow here, and the artist uses colour to create depth and atmosphere. I love the way Annor captures the patterns of the women's dresses. Each pattern is so intricate, and it creates a rich, visual texture that pulls you into the painting. The colours are so vibrant and alive, it makes me want to reach out and touch the canvas! Painting is like this ongoing conversation between artists across time, and each brushstroke is a response to something that came before. It is amazing how he gives us such access to the scene and allows space for our own projections.