Hochwald am Rande eines Teiches 

Peter Becker rendered "Hochwald am Rande eines Teiches" in pencil, presenting us with an intimate view of a forest's edge meeting a pond. The composition is meticulously structured around the interplay of vertical tree trunks and the horizontal plane of the water, creating a balanced yet dynamic scene. The monochromatic palette emphasizes the tonal variations and textures, inviting a close reading of the delicate lines and shading. Becker's technique demonstrates a deep understanding of form. The repetition of vertical lines, mimicking the dense forest, is almost architectural in its precision. This ordered arrangement can be seen as a reflection of structuralist principles, where the underlying structures of the artwork determine its meaning. Semiotically, the forest and water can be interpreted as signs representing nature's dual aspects - the solid and the fluid, the known and the mysterious. The drawing challenges our perception by blurring the boundaries between representation and abstraction. Becker captures the essence of the landscape, reminding us that art is not merely a reflection but an interpretation.