Juin (June) 1963

Editor: Here we have Gy Szabo Bela’s “Juin (June)” from 1963, a print made with etching and woodcut techniques. I find the contrast between light and shadow so striking. It almost feels like stepping into a hidden world. What draws your eye when you look at it? Curator: It does whisper secrets, doesn’t it? The landscape almost vibrates with life rendered in pure black and white. Look at how the artist uses geometric forms, a clever trick. That contrasts sharply with the subject matter of landscape. It reminds me how nature always organizes itself – even if secretly. I always wonder what other secrets we miss simply because we aren't paying close enough attention. What do you suppose Szabo was drawn to when he selected the month of June? Editor: Perhaps the peak of the natural world? It is often associated with abundance. Why do you describe Szabo's technique as "tricky?" Curator: A good eye! Because here Szabo invites us into his deeply personal understanding of a landscape. See how the lines aren't purely representational? Instead, they are also raw emotion, using shape and form to elicit feelings. It's like nature filtered through Szabo's mind – a memory or a feeling turned tangible. What emotions does that invoke in you? Editor: Definitely peacefulness, perhaps even a sense of wonder. Thank you for unlocking new ways of seeing the art. Curator: My pleasure. These moments in the art should encourage everyone to find what connects with them the most. It also challenges everyone to use new frameworks and discover entirely new interpretations.