Untitled [reclining woman resting on a floral spread] 1955 - 1967

Richard Diebenkorn made this drawing of a reclining woman with ink on paper, but when? Who knows, it’s just here! It’s all about the process, isn’t it? Laying down those lines, feeling the weight of the ink… Look at how the dark ink pulls forward, a network of bold marks outlining the figure. See how the pressure of the pen changes, thick strokes next to thin, creating a rhythm across the surface. The lines aren't just descriptive; they're expressive. They suggest weight, shadow, and form, but also a certain moodiness. Check out the flowers, they feel almost chaotic compared to the smooth lines of the cushions, as if they’re about to topple right out of the frame. There's a restless energy to this drawing, and I'm thinking of artists like Matisse or even Guston, who both played with line and form in such playful ways. This drawing feels like a conversation between looking and feeling, and it makes me want to pick up a pen and join in.