Bekim Fehmiu 2014

Gazmend Freitag created this drawing of Bekim Fehmiu using graphite on paper. The portrait dominates the composition. The light and shadow, built up with the varying density of graphite, define the planes of Fehmiu's face, creating a three-dimensional form on a two-dimensional surface. The diagonal lines, particularly in the hair and suit, inject a sense of dynamism and movement, contrasting with the static nature of the portrait. This interplay between static and dynamic elements creates a visual tension, drawing the viewer's eye across the artwork. The gaze of the subject directed to the left adds a narrative element. The subject’s gaze implies a connection beyond the frame, suggesting a broader context. Freitag uses the formal qualities of line, shadow, and composition not just to represent Fehmiu, but to invite reflection on the relationship between the subject and the space he occupies, both within and beyond the picture.