Untitled 1995

Carmel Buckley made this beautiful and mesmerizing piece of art, Untitled, using delicate lines on paper. I imagine Buckley, poised with her tool, coaxing each line into existence. There's a sense of rhythm, almost like musical notation, as the lines cascade down the page. Maybe she was thinking about rain? About hair? About all the different directions a single thought can take? There's something so satisfying about the repetition, the subtle variations in pressure and speed as each mark is made. Each line is like a breath, an offering, a connection to something bigger than itself. This reminds me of the work of Agnes Martin and the way that she used repetition to create a sense of calm and meditation. It’s a testament to the power of simplicity, that something so minimal can evoke such a strong sense of emotion. Art-making is an ongoing conversation that brings us together.