Female image 1975

hryhoriihavrylenko

Private Collection

amateur sketch

facial expression drawing

thin stroke sketch

head

face

pencil sketch

portrait reference

idea generation sketch

ink drawing experimentation

sketch

limited contrast and shading

nose

portrait drawing

forehead

initial sketch

"Female image" is a 1975 ink drawing by Ukrainian artist Hryhorii Havrylenko (1927-1984), currently in a private collection. The piece exemplifies Havrylenko's minimalist style, using simple lines to capture the essence of a female figure. The drawing focuses on the face, with large expressive eyes and a subtle smile, emphasizing the subject's gaze and conveying a sense of quiet contemplation. Havrylenko's work is known for its expressive lines, drawing inspiration from both classical and modern art traditions.