Pierre Soulages, known as the "Master of Black," created a series of gouache paintings that reflect his signature exploration of light, texture, and depth through the dominance of black forms. Unlike his Outrenoir (Beyond Black) paintings, which focus on oil and the physical reflection of light on thick black surfaces, Soulages' gouache works demonstrate his ability to manipulate the medium in a more fluid and expressive manner. In his Gouache pieces, Soulages uses bold, gestural black strokes, often layered over white or neutral backgrounds, to create a striking contrast. The opacity of gouache paint allows for a deep, matte finish, emphasizing the weight and movement of his brushwork. His compositions are typically minimalist yet powerful, with broad, irregular black forms intersecting and overlapping, evoking a sense of raw energy and spontaneity. Unlike the highly reflective surfaces of his oil paintings, his gouache works absorb light, giving them a more intimate and graphic quality. Despite their seemingly simple nature, they retain the same philosophical depth, exploring the relationship between form, void, and perception—a central theme in Soulages' entire body of work. Soulages’ Gouache works stand as a testament to his lifelong dedication to abstract expression, proving that even within the constraints of a simpler medium, his ability to manipulate black remains unparalleled.