Illustration # 34 

Maria Bozoky created this watercolor, Illustration #34, using ink and washes on paper. The fluid character of the medium, and the directness of line, allows the figures to appear ethereal, and the setting to be ambiguous. Bozoky's rapid mark-making gives the piece a sense of immediacy, contrasting with the formality of the scene depicted: a seated woman in a purple gown, attended by a standing figure who could be a maid or companion. The artist employs watercolor's transparency to build layers of color, creating depth and shadow. The sketchy, unfinished quality suggests the artist's intimate observation. By embracing spontaneity and the inherent qualities of watercolor and ink, Bozoky elevates the artistic process, challenging traditional notions of what constitutes a finished artwork. The image resonates with a particular sense of the artist’s touch, drawing us into the moment of its creation.