Tic Tac With the Green Dot, an oil on canvas painted in 1974 by John Kinnear, measures 16 x 18 inches. Signed by the artist at the bottom right, it is an abstract composition that engages with bold colors and dynamic forms.

Kinnear’s canvas is dominated by a passionate red background, energetic and intense. It sets the stage for a congregation of abstract shapes and strokes at the center, which appear almost in conversation with one another. Black and white elements provide a stark contrast, giving the impression of depth and movement, as if they were keys on a piano mid-melody.

The titular green dot acts as a visual anchor amidst the chaos, a focal point around which the other colors swirl. Dashes of orange, yellow, and blue contribute to the vibrancy of the piece, each adding its own voice to the visual symphony. The paint is applied with a confidence that is tangible, with thick impasto techniques lending a three-dimensional quality to the work.

The overall effect is one of controlled spontaneity, a dance of color and form that is open to interpretation. Kinnear’s signature, discreet yet assertive, suggests a pride in the energy conveyed. This painting is not just seen but felt, a burst of abstract expressionism that resonates with the viewer's inner emotions.