Landscape c. 1910

Editor: So, here we have Marsden Hartley’s "Landscape," a small but mighty oil on board. It feels almost aggressively textured, like he sculpted the paint. What do you make of it? Curator: It's like Hartley took pure emotion and translated it directly onto the canvas, wouldn't you agree? The vibrant, almost clashing colors create a sense of raw energy. It’s not a tranquil landscape, but one teeming with life, almost a reflection of the artist’s own turbulent inner world. Editor: I see what you mean about the turbulence. The brushstrokes are so distinct, not blended at all. Curator: Exactly! Each stroke is a separate thought, a separate feeling. It makes you wonder what landscape sparked such a vivid and complex reaction within him. I find it utterly compelling. Editor: It's definitely given me a new perspective on landscape painting. Curator: It has that effect, doesn't it?