Untitled #7 c. 1980s

This is an Untitled piece #7 by Joel Fisher, made with graphite on paper. It's all about the line, isn't it? It's like watching a thought unfurl. Look how the graphite barely kisses the page. The texture of the paper itself becomes part of the drawing. It is very delicate. The drawing wanders and loops, making this organic form. It’s a record of a movement, a kind of dance. It’s so simple but so powerful. The wandering quality reminds me of the work of Cy Twombly, but quieter, more intimate. Both artists share a love of the process, embracing the accidental, and celebrating the beauty of imperfection. It embraces ambiguity, inviting us to bring our own associations and interpretations to the work.