Temple of Juno near Agrigento 

Ludwig Metz created this drawing of the Temple of Juno near Agrigento using graphite, a humble material, to capture the grandeur of ancient architecture. The soft gray lines bring out the stone's texture, and the way it's been shaped and weathered over centuries. The medium of graphite allows for detailed shading, emphasizing the contrast between light and shadow on the temple's ruins. Notice how Metz uses the pencil to capture the weight and solidity of each block, while also conveying a sense of decay and history. The marks on the paper echo the physical work involved in the temple's construction, as well as the passage of time. By using simple graphite, Metz connects the tradition of classical art with the accessibility of drawing, reminding us of the skills involved in both creating and representing architectural marvels.