Svart streck 2004

Rune Jansson made this painting, Svart streck, with oils on canvas. A seemingly simple composition, the material qualities of the paint play a significant role in its overall effect. Look closely and you'll see how Jansson has manipulated the viscosity of the paint. In some areas, like the ochre background, thin washes create a sense of depth and atmosphere. Elsewhere, thicker applications of yellow and blue create bold, gestural strokes. The black lines in the composition are almost calligraphic, drawn with a steady hand, a testament to Jansson's skill. The choice of oil paint, a traditional medium associated with fine art, adds another layer to the work. Jansson engages with the history of painting while also pushing its boundaries through abstraction. This tension between tradition and experimentation highlights the ongoing dialogue between art and craft. It's a reminder that materials and making processes are fundamental to understanding any work of art.