Harmas 1964

Victor Vasarely made *Harmas*, a painting that explores the interplay of geometric forms. The shapes, mostly squares, circles, and diamonds, are laid out with precision and care. What I find striking is the way Vasarely uses color to create a sense of depth and movement, making the image feel like it's almost breathing. Looking closely, you'll see a field of red shapes in the center, but there is this little intervention of squares that pulls your focus to a different spot. The opacity of the shapes gives the piece a physical presence, but there's a kind of optical push and pull between the surface and what feels like a deeper space. It’s not just a flat image, it becomes an experience. Vasarely reminds me a bit of Bridget Riley, but with a more playful sense of color and form. For both artists, their work is all about opening up possibilities for seeing and experiencing the world in new and unexpected ways.