Long Shore Hauling 1935

Syd J. Browne created this image in black ink on a white sheet. The entire composition feels really dynamic. I can imagine the artist standing on the street corner watching the carters hauling goods to the ferry. It’s as though they’ve captured the everyday hustle and bustle. The marks feel quick, loose and full of energy; look how they suggest movement, a breeze. The concentration of marks around the horses makes them really stand out. Browne leaves the sky untouched, creating a contrast that allows the whole scene to breathe. Artists like Browne teach us to really look and appreciate our surroundings. We are all having a visual conversation across time, inspiring each other. And that is a beautiful thing.