Hole Esquisse 1958

Shozo Shimamoto made this work, Hole Esquisse, with ink on paper. I think! It’s all about the drama of the ink’s materiality, its push and pull across the surface. Look at the big splatters of ink – some so dense they’re almost black holes, others delicate sprays, like a sudden rain. It's like he's dancing with the ink, letting it lead the way. There's a real sense of immediacy, of a moment captured. Notice how the ink bleeds and spreads, creating these soft, blurry edges against the stark white of the paper. It reminds me a bit of Cy Twombly's gestural marks, that same feeling of raw energy and impulsive expression. Ultimately, this piece feels more like a question than an answer. It's a reminder that art is about exploration, about embracing the unpredictable, and about finding beauty in the unexpected.