Involute 1973

Paula Litzky made this black and white print, Involute, in 1993. It's a real dance of geometric shapes, or maybe a whirlpool of them. The texture's fascinating – those fine lines and gradients feel almost like whispers on the paper. Look at how the light catches some shapes, while others sink into shadow. It’s a reminder that making art is about decisions and control but, sometimes, it’s also about letting the material have its say. The interplay between the dark and light areas creates a sense of depth and movement. Take those curved lines, they start thick and gradually fade away, adding to the illusion that these forms are spiraling towards a center. It’s as though Litzky is in conversation with artists like Josef Albers, who explored geometric abstraction, but with an added layer of tactile depth. Ultimately, this piece is a powerful reminder that art thrives on ambiguity. There's always more to discover.