színtérrel

"Színtérrel" is a Hungarian term that translates directly to "with color field" or "in color field." It refers to a type of art characterized by large areas of flat, unmodulated color. This style emerged in the mid-20th century, closely associated with Abstract Expressionism. Unlike gestural abstraction, which emphasizes the artist's hand and energetic brushstrokes, color field painting focuses on the emotional and psychological impact of pure color itself.

Artists working in the color field tradition often employ techniques that minimize the appearance of the artist's touch, seeking to create an immersive experience for the viewer. The scale of the canvases is often large, intended to engulf the viewer and make the color the primary subject. Key figures associated with this movement include Mark Rothko, Barnett Newman, and Clyfford Still. Their works typically feature broad expanses of color that interact with each other, creating subtle harmonies or dissonances that can evoke a range of feelings, from meditative calm to profound intensity. The focus is on the viewer's direct encounter with the visual sensations of color, often transcending representational or narrative elements.