Vrouwen met hoeden 1910

George Hendrik Breitner made this sketch of "Vrouwen met hoeden" with pencil on paper. It’s all about capturing a moment, a feeling, or a quick impression. Look at the lines he uses; they're so free and immediate. The texture of the paper shines through, becoming part of the drawing itself. There’s a beautiful dance between what’s defined and what’s left to our imagination. See the way he renders the hats, how he suggests their form with just a few strokes? It reminds me of some of Degas' sketches, where he's also just trying to grab the essence of a figure or a scene. What I love about sketches like this is how they show you the artist's thought process, the raw energy of creation. It’s not about perfection; it’s about the joy of seeing and recording.