Sem título 1983

Menez made this unnamed oil painting with loose, colourful strokes. Imagine the artist standing before the canvas, brush in hand, mixing shades of red, blue, and green. A dance of intuition and chance! I see that the red has been scrubbed into the support with feeling, while cool tones of blue and green float in the background, creating depth. The paint is applied in layers, built up to form shapes and textures. Look at the top right corner! The soft washes of peach, yellow, and white suggest the form of a reclining figure. The bold brushstrokes and vibrant colours remind me of Joan Mitchell’s paintings. Like Mitchell, Menez transforms everyday observations into something abstract and personal. Artists like them engage in this ongoing conversation across time, each adding their own unique brushstroke to the story. It's not about getting it 'right', it’s about letting the feeling flow!