Ţărm cu două bărci 

Ion Pacea created this vibrant seaside scene, "Ţărm cu două bărci," using oil paint on canvas. Pacea's technique, characterized by thick impasto and loose brushwork, emphasizes the materiality of paint itself. Notice how the texture and weight of the oil paint create a tactile quality, almost as if you could reach out and feel the roughness of the waves or the gritty sand. This approach elevates the act of painting, bringing it closer to processes found in craft traditions like pottery or sculpture, where the artist directly engages with their medium. The visible brushstrokes and layers of color capture the energy and dynamism of the coastal environment. The quick, expressive application of paint suggests a spontaneous response to the scene. The two boats, rendered simply, speak to the labor of those who work on the sea. By focusing on the physical properties of paint, Pacea invites us to consider the labor and skill involved in its application, reminding us that art is not just about the image it represents, but also about the materials and processes that bring it into being.