Untitled ["tattoo" book] 1971
jamesmccrackenjr
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blue ink drawing
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childish illustration
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shading to add clarity
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old engraving style
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ink line art
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ink drawing experimentation
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pen-ink sketch
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limited contrast and shading
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cartoon style
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shading experimentation
This 1971 work by James McCracken Jr. is a simple, black and white print depicting a skeletal figure with a large, spiky head. The figure is curled around itself, suggesting a fetal or introspective position. The minimalist style and stark imagery are characteristic of McCracken's work, which often explored themes of death, mortality, and the human condition. This artwork is a unique piece from the artist's "tattoo" book, a collection of works that captures a raw and powerful aesthetic.
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