Siesta 1913

Jules Pascin painted this scene of two young women resting with oil on canvas. I love how Pascin embraced a limited palette of muted greens, soft pinks, and creamy whites. You can almost feel the heat of the day. Looking at the brushwork, it's clear he wasn’t trying to hide anything; you see every stroke. The paint isn't too thick, but it's applied in a way that lets the texture come through. Notice the fluid lines that define the figures against the loose background. It's like he’s sketching with paint, capturing a fleeting moment. Pascin reminds me a little of someone like Bonnard, in the way he turns ordinary, intimate scenes into something so visually engaging and personal. He shows us that art doesn't always need to shout; sometimes, it whispers.