Critique

Endless Love is a painting by Alfred Gockel. Gockel was born in Germany in 1952. He is especially known for bright colors and the graceful motion of the characters in his paintings. This painting is romantic and passionate. In this painting there are two people, a man a women deeply embracing each other. It is one of Gockel’s finer pieces of work.
In the painting there is a chiaroscuro between the man and woman and the background which is very distinct. The emphasis is on the man and woman, together they create the scene. The content of the painting at first seems like lust, but when looking at it for a long time it becomes obvious that it is pure love. The colors here are exquisite, deep reds and oranges which bring out the figures. Also, the pigments are based around the primary color, a dark red. The red hue is very romantic and brings the sensual and alluring aspect of the painting. The shapes of the people are well sculpted and dominant, the lines and shapes that take place on their bodies really emphasize the human body. The two individuals’ love for each other is exuberant in this painting. Although their love is very apparent and sensuous, it is subtle and not too overpowering at the same time. This painting portrays the couple’s love for one another and how it is endless and very powerful.
He is so happy to see her. He walks through the front door anticipating to see how she looks. But there is no sign of her. Where has she gone? He hears her soft voice coming from their room. “Allan I’m in here.” Her voice is so sweet, she’s like a dream. He walks through the door into the bedroom and see’s her standing there. He slowly pulls her into his embrace. They share a passionate hug, as they come together as one, once again. “I am so happy to see you Maria, I’ve been waiting for this moment for so long.”