Alpenlandschaft 1964

Konrad Lueg made this dreamlike landscape, Alpenlandschaft, sometime in the 20th century. It feels immediate, you know? Like a snapshot of a feeling. The brushstrokes are visible, kinda raw. He’s not trying to hide the process. It's like he's saying, "Here's the painting, here's how it's made". I love how the pink of the mountains just pops against that intense blue sky. The paint isn't overworked, it's got this lovely, slightly matte surface. It's not about illusion, it's about the paint itself. Look at the plants in the foreground, those juicy greens with red accents. It’s a riot of color! There's a certain bluntness to the application of the paint, which almost reminds me of Guston, but with its own fresh energy. For me, this piece is a reminder that art can be both simple and profound, and that the act of painting is an ongoing conversation.