L'isola del tesoro 1977

Antonio Corpora made L'isola del tesoro with paint, and I'm guessing it was a pretty physical process! Look at how he layers those colours – it's like he's building up the island right before our eyes. The blues feel watery, like an ocean, and the other colours are like bursts of treasure hidden within. I love the way the paint drips and splatters. It’s not just about representing something, it’s about the act of painting itself. See that patch of greens, purples and reds in the centre? It reminds me of a hidden cove, full of unexpected delights. The colours bleed into each other, creating this hazy, dreamy effect. This piece really speaks to the joy of discovery, both in the world and in the process of artmaking. It puts me in mind of Joan Mitchell, another artist who knew how to make paint sing. Art isn't about finding the one right answer; it's about exploring all the possibilities.