Newhaven 11 1976 - 1977

Curator: John Walker's print, titled "Newhaven 11," presents a somber study in light and dark, executed with visible marks. Editor: The starkness gives an immediate impression of weight, of something excavated, almost geological. The medium itself seems to reinforce that. Curator: Indeed, the process—the physical act of etching—becomes a crucial element. The rough textures and stark contrasts serve to emphasize the materiality of the print. Editor: The labor is apparent. The way the ink catches on the surface tells a story of pressure and resistance. It bridges the gap between representation and tangible experience. Curator: And the composition—the careful balance of forms, the use of negative space—creates a visual tension that's hard to ignore. Editor: It’s a directness of process that brings us closer to understanding the artwork’s creation. Curator: Ultimately, what is left is the essence of form revealed through line and tone. Editor: Leaving me to contemplate the transformation of material into art.