BEACH N°8

Title: BEACH N°8
Year: 2023
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 100 x 100 cm, 40 x 40 in
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Provenance: Artist’s Studio, Switzerland
Exhibited: Un soir aux Eaux-Vives, edition 2023
Authentication: This artwork is accompanied by a certificate from the artist, signature on the back

This painting presents a striking juxtaposition between human forms and the dynamic forces of the sky. The scene is defined by intense contrasts, as the technique of contre-jour is taken to its limits, resulting in dramatic lighting that thrusts the two central figures into prominence. Their silhouettes are sharply outlined against the luminous backdrop, highlighting their presence amidst the tumultuous sky. The overall effect is one of palpable energy-less understated and more forceful-imbuing the composition with a sense of urgency and determination that captivates the viewer and distinguishes it from the more tranquil or ethereal works in the series.