Kois, 2025

Hervé Maury  

Hervé Maury paints animals as one paints landscapes or portraits, "living natures" that are funny and seductive in their apparent simplicity. Pigments and other materials blend together, movements and reliefs burst forth, capturing a special moment on each canvas. The artist transforms his enchanted bestiary into a family that shares an everyday life in search of exoticism and absolute poetry. This captivating work presents a vibrant group of koi fish, illustrating the grace and serenity characteristic of these aquatic creatures. The fish, depicted through a bold play of primary colors—red, blue, and yellow—stand out vividly against a neutral background. The artist uses a technique of layering textures and dynamic lines, giving the painting an impression of fluid and harmonious movement. The expressively sketched contours bring a unique vitality, emphasizing the free and natural essence of the koi. The artful combination of materials creates visual depth, irresistibly drawing the viewer's eye. This masterpiece invites peaceful contemplation while awakening the imagination with its balanced and aesthetic composition. A brilliant example of contemporary art celebrating the timeless beauty of nature.