The artwork titled “Walking,” created by Charles Alston in 1958, belongs to the Expressionism and Cubism movements. It is categorized under genre painting.
The artwork depicts a dynamic scene with a group of people walking in what appears to be a procession or a march. The figures are arranged in a line, creating a sense of movement and direction. The artist employs bold, expressive strokes, combined with a somewhat abstract cubist approach to the human forms. The colors in the painting are vibrant yet harmoniously blended, with a mix of blues, browns, and yellows dominating the composition. The background suggests an open landscape under a partly clouded sky, adding to the sense of depth and space within the scene. The overall mood of the artwork is lively and energetic, capturing a moment of communal activity.
