Remember the Stories about Strange Little Men 1971

Guy de Cointet made this drawing, "Remember the Stories about Strange Little Men," using ink on paper. It’s all about the fluidity of the lines, isn't it? Like one long exhale of thought. You can almost feel the scratch of the pen against the paper, the tiny variations in pressure making the line dance and stutter. Look closely at how the ink pools in some areas, creating these little dark anchors that ground the words to the surface. The text is all at playful angles, almost like they're having a conversation with each other. It’s a reminder that language itself is a material, something you can shape and mold. The delicate paper has aged, adding a subtle warmth to the whole piece. It makes me think of someone like Jess, the way they played with words and images, creating these dense, layered collages that are both beautiful and unsettling. It's not about finding one right answer, but about embracing the mystery and letting the work lead you where it wants to go.