Full Moon Night - Ulrich Lieve

Ulrich Lieve's "Full Moon Night" at first glance seems like a chaotic, unorganized mess. Although this is true, when you begin to concentrate on the painting is when you recognize its true beauty. The women in the picture are morphed, and undecided on their feelings. The colors of the painting contrast the paleness of the woman's skin, and although these colors portray happiness, the women don't feel the same. It looks as though the woman in the front is blocking her face from being seen, and the others look in distress. This hypnotic painting is almost romantic, seeing as the women have red lips and long lashes. The placement seems somewhat random, and I am wondering if Lieve had a specific order in his own mind. This painting is mysterious, contrasting, and somewhat sorrowful, and for some reason its hard to keep your eyes off of it.