Untitled 1987

This vibrant untitled artwork was created by Friedel Dzubas using gestural brushstrokes and diluted washes. It's made with simple materials - paint and paper - but the effect is far from simple. Dzubas' technique is all about the materiality of paint: how it flows, stains, and interacts with the absorbent surface of the paper. The washes of color seem to bleed and blend, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The quick gestural brushstrokes feel immediate, like a snapshot of the artist's hand in motion. Yet, the artwork also reflects Dzubas' skilled control, carefully balancing spontaneity and intention. The colors create visual relationships, drawing our eye across the surface. This piece shows a deep understanding of the history of painting, while remaining resolutely contemporary. It reminds us that the most profound statements can be made with the simplest means.