By the Fields 

Henri Martin’s painting, By the Fields, presents a vibrant landscape composed with an emphasis on texture and light. The surface of the artwork is rendered with dense, individual strokes of colour, creating a tapestry effect that invites close inspection. The interplay between light and shadow across the verdant field evokes a sensory experience of nature. Martin's technique—reminiscent of pointillism, yet uniquely his own—breaks down visual information into discrete units. This approach destabilizes traditional notions of form, suggesting a world not of fixed objects but of fluctuating perceptions. The structure of the artwork is thus less about representing reality and more about exploring how we perceive it. The careful arrangement of the vertical trees against the horizontal field creates a balance, yet the dynamic brushwork keeps the eye in constant motion, challenging any static reading. The painting offers a space for ongoing visual and intellectual engagement.