Nina King 1972

Editor: Here we have Barry Flanagan’s portrait, Nina King. It's a delicate, almost ephemeral image. What strikes me is the economy of line—it feels so direct, almost like a sketch. What do you see in it? Curator: It’s interesting you say that! It feels like a fleeting impression, doesn't it? The lack of shading, the almost hesitant lines… it’s as if Flanagan is trying to capture a feeling, not just a likeness. It reminds me a bit of Matisse, in its simplicity. Editor: Matisse! I see that. The confidence in the line, even when it’s so minimal. Thanks! Curator: The beauty is how, with so little, he evokes so much. Art is not always about big statements, but about capturing a quiet moment of grace.