Untitled 2022

Alevtyna Kakhidze made this drawing with what looks like marker pen on paper, and immediately I think, what a direct, economical way of working! You know, sometimes I find myself envying that directness. The image is stark and bold, the forms are outlined, and the text floats above, almost like a thought bubble. I like how the artist leaves the marks as they are, almost like a blueprint or a sketch of an idea. Was she thinking about memory, transport, or maybe even loss? I find myself wondering if there is another artist that has inspired this piece. Maybe a little Philip Guston or a nod to David Hockney? The text, which I believe translates to “After the weeks, the truck tires with the remains began to come more rarely,” is a gentle reminder of the passage of time. It evokes a feeling of nostalgia and perhaps the transient nature of existence. It's a very complete little artwork.