A Return to Impasto: Texture Takes Center Stage

Forget flawlessly smooth surfaces; this year’s boldest canvas paintings are embracing texture with gusto. Impasto, the technique of applying paint thickly so brushstrokes are visible, is making a huge comeback. Artists are piling on the paint, creating dramatic three-dimensional effects that draw the viewer in. We’re seeing less emphasis on precise lines and more on the expressive power of the paint itself. Think sculpted landscapes, vibrant flowers bursting with life, and portraits that seem to leap off the canvas.

Vibrant Color Blocking: Bold Statements in Minimalism

Minimalism isn’t about blandness; it’s about