Sorrel 

Albert Huie made this print, entitled 'Sorrel,' using a block of wood. The image shows a woman harvesting sorrel, a plant known for its use in a popular Jamaican Christmas drink. Huie skillfully uses the woodcut medium to convey the textures of the sorrel plant, the woman’s clothing, and the surrounding landscape. Look closely, and you’ll notice how the varying line work creates depth and contrast. The stark black-and-white aesthetic emphasizes the realities of rural life. Woodcut is an inherently graphic medium; the artist must carve away at the block to create a design. This process requires physical labor and precision, reflecting the labor of the woman depicted in the print. The choice of woodcut, a traditional and accessible medium, underscores Huie's commitment to depicting everyday life and labor. This piece brings what was seen as craft into the realm of fine art.