My everyday grey 2020

Alfred Freddy Krupa made this painting, “My everyday grey,” using ink on paper, and just look at what he does with it. It’s all about the process, isn’t it? The way the ink bleeds and pools, creating these unexpected shapes. The ink is thin, watery almost, allowing it to flow freely across the surface. And it's the surface, that bright white paper, that really makes the piece sing. The contrast between the stark white and the fluid grey is so striking. Take a look at that dark splodge on the left, how it drips and spreads, creating a sense of movement, and holding a dark and inky shadow. It reminds me of Cy Twombly, but with a Japanese twist. Ultimately, this piece is about embracing the unpredictable nature of artmaking. It’s about letting go of control and allowing the materials to guide the way. It’s a conversation between the artist and the medium, a dance of chance and intention.