Yam Multi Color 1995

Emily Kame Kngwarreye made this painting titled "Yam Multi Color" with what looks like acrylic, and she just went for it. It’s all about these lines, you know? They seem to dance and weave, creating a playful chaos. The paint's applied so freely, it’s like she’s drawing with the brush, not just painting. It’s not super thick or anything, but you can totally see the movement, the energy in each stroke. Take that reddish line at the bottom, how it curves and overlaps. It’s not trying to be anything but itself, just pure color and gesture. That mark-making is everything, you can feel the artist's hand, how they felt when making it. This reminds me of Cy Twombly, but with an earthier palette. Emily invites us to get lost in the joy of painting, so leave your expectations at the door and just let the colours and forms do their thing.