Squanton (also known as Men in Park with a Wagon, Squanton) 1910

Maurice Prendergast made "Squanton," an oil on canvas painting, sometime during his career. Look at the way Prendergast builds up the scene with these juicy dabs of paint. It’s like he’s not just painting what he sees, but how he feels about being there, in that park. The surface is so alive! Each little stroke of color, like the pinks and blues peeking through the trees, feels like a tiny emotional note. It's not about getting every detail right; it's more about capturing the overall vibe. Notice the way he uses these contrasting colors right next to each other, making everything vibrate with energy. Prendergast reminds me a bit of Pierre Bonnard, actually, with that same love for color and capturing everyday life with a sense of joy. Ultimately, Prendergast's work is about celebrating the beauty of the world around us and the simple act of seeing.