Most of his later color field theory abstract, contemplative but very emotional work is what Rothko was known for, but i always liked his earlier more almost representational stuff-still abstract but more figurative, almost fairy tale like pieces.
This is my favorite from that season of his artistic life. I once, wrote an art-to-art poem response after seeing it the first time! And now, have found it. I often make art in response to art, feels like the right way to honor that person. This painting, almost feels like Kandinsky, but also very personal. Nice.
Art keeps creating dialogue as we go! I look forward to seeing what he is working on now, in the art gallery up above!
My art response to Rothko’s painting:
There is sea, sky, and
the unseen swirl between
two worlds,
two lovers…on an edge
between- that
is,
us
all.
That
kingdom
is always
in our midst;
but too
Rarely edged awake, or just
seen.
much less
lived in.
For only
Love
can live
there-
by that
Sea.