Brooch c. 1937

Sylvia Dezon made this drawing of a brooch on paper; it’s an exercise in seeing and describing. The soft pencil lines feel so tentative, like she’s feeling her way around the form, not quite sure if she’s got it right. I love that uncertainty. The dove and flowers, rendered in delicate shades of white and lavender, almost float on the page, as if they might take flight at any moment. The drawing isn’t just about the object itself, it’s about the act of looking, of trying to capture something fleeting and beautiful. The way the light catches the edge of the brooch, the way the shadows define the curves, it’s all so carefully observed. It’s like she’s inviting us to slow down and really see the world around us. It reminds me of Agnes Martin's subtle, meditative drawings, both artists sharing a sensitivity to line and form. Ultimately, it's not about perfection, it's about the journey of exploration.