The artwork titled “Lessons,” created by Paula Rego in 1982, belongs to the Surrealism art movement and is classified under the figurative genre.
In the artwork, Paula Rego employs a vibrant and bold color scheme, predominated by reds, yellows, and blues. The composition is crowded with various figures and forms, rendered in an exaggerated, almost grotesque style. The scene appears chaotic, filled with a variety of human and animal figures engaged in ambiguous and dynamic interactions. The figures exhibit a raw and visceral energy, their distorted shapes and intense expressions contributing to a sense of unease and tension. The use of surreal elements and the distortion of forms are characteristic of Rego’s unique approach to storytelling through visual imagery. The dynamic layout and bold contrasts invite viewers to immerse themselves in the complex, unfolding narrative, reflecting the surreal and enigmatic nature of the figurative genre.
