Le dieu bleu Nijinsky in title role 1911

This is Léon Bakst’s, ‘Le dieu bleu Nijinsky in title role,’ and it’s a riot of colour and form dedicated to the legendary dancer. I imagine Bakst, brush in hand, conjuring Nijinsky's spirit, swirling colours to capture the essence of his movement and the exoticism of the ballet. The work feels charged with energy, right? Bakst uses greens and yellows to bring the figure to life. Looking at this artwork, I can almost hear the music and feel the energy of the dance. What was Bakst thinking when he decided to paint Nijinsky green? It could be about transformation, or maybe the colour of envy and desire. Artists are always in conversation, borrowing and riffing off each other. The conversation is still going on, and this image is as alive today as it was back then. It reminds us that painting isn’t about answers but about possibilities. It's about embracing the unknown and celebrating the beauty of imperfection.