Lost 7.2.10 (2010) is a magnificent, cosmic work. Hoyland’s titles, which since the 1960s he has also named with the date of the completion of the work, suggest the essence of the painting. The centre of the work is punctured by a black hole, creating deep space, the surface is flecked with colour. Starting with black as a ground, he favoured it for its resonance and its deep contrast to the bright colours he applied after. The black gives the colour more vitality. Always in search for difference and contrast, the sections of layered, swirling bright colours draw the eye to the surface of the picture plane, creating exciting spatial interplays for the viewer.