Bij de tandarts c. 1970 - 1980

Rein Dool made "Bij de tandarts" - At the dentist - a drawing, presumably, although I can't see the surface of the paper! It could be transferred from something else. Anyway, I love the thin, searching lines and the way the artist captures the anxiety of a dentist visit. See how the marks create a sort of raw, unfinished quality? It feels like a sketch, and that's great! The drawing captures a specific moment, a feeling, a bit like Marlene Dumas does. Dool’s choice to leave so much of the paper untouched makes me think about negative space. It’s like the white areas are just as important as the lines, creating a kind of tension. That open mouth is calling to me, it's so vulnerable. Overall, this drawing is a reminder that art doesn't have to be polished or perfect to be powerful. It’s about capturing a feeling, a moment, and sharing it with the viewer.