Nude. Based on the works of Ingres 1975

Hryhorii Havrylenko made this line drawing of a nude, inspired by Ingres. It’s all about the line. One continuous movement, like a skater gliding on ice. Look at the way the line thickens and thins, suggesting volume and shadow with just a few strokes. It’s the confidence of the artist’s hand, the way he knows exactly where to place each mark that really brings this work to life. You can almost feel the pressure of the pen on the paper, the slight wobble in the artist’s hand as he captures the curve of the body. And that face, those eyes looking off to the side, it’s the kind of drawing that makes you feel like you’re in on a secret. It reminds me a bit of Matisse, in its simplicity and elegance. Ultimately, it’s a reminder that sometimes, less really is more.