The artwork titled “July,” created by artist Alex Colville in 1979, is a notable piece within the Contemporary Realism movement. This artwork belongs to the genre of nude and genre painting and is part of the “Calendar, 1979” series.
The artwork depicts the back view of a nude figure, presumably a woman, standing in water that reaches the waist. The figure faces away from the viewer, looking towards an expanse of calm water under a sky transitioning from a golden yellow to a soft pastel blue, possibly capturing the time of sunset or sunrise. The simplicity of the composition, combined with the realistic portrayal of the human body and serene setting, encapsulates the essence of Colville’s meticulous style. The title, “July,” coupled with the serene and warm color palette, evokes a sense of warmth and tranquility characteristic of a summer evening.