In a world increasingly dominated by digital media and large-scale installations, there’s a quiet power in the fundamental act of drawing. It’s a direct connection between the artist’s hand, their eye, and the surface upon which they create. For me, drawing is not just a preliminary sketch; it’s a foundational discipline and often a final expression in itself.
There’s an intimacy in the marks made by charcoal or pencil. Each line carries weight, intention, and the unique energy of the moment it was created. Unlike the often-slick surfaces of modern technologies, drawing on paper has a tactile quality, a rawness that speaks directly to the viewer.
Through drawing, I explore form, light, and shadow with an immediacy that other mediums sometimes lack. It allows for a level of nuanced observation and a direct translation of what I see and feel. Whether it’s capturing the subtle contours of a human face or the dynamic energy of a market scene, drawing remains an essential tool for understanding and interpreting the world around me. It’s a timeless language that continues to resonate, proving that in simplicity, there is often immense power and beauty.