Untitled 1961

Louis Bunce made this untitled lithograph using crayon and ink, with a wonderfully playful approach to mark making, and a restrained but effective colour palette. There's a real conversation happening between the black ink and the blue crayon, they seem to dance around each other, defining shapes and creating a dynamic composition. I love how the black ink creates these bold, almost calligraphic gestures, while the crayon adds a touch of whimsy and lightness. Look at that little squiggle of ink towards the bottom, it's like a tiny burst of energy that animates the entire piece. The texture of the paper also plays a role, giving the work a tactile quality that invites you to reach out and touch it. Bunce's use of abstraction reminds me of Joan Miró, who also had a knack for creating playful and imaginative compositions. It’s like art is just this ongoing conversation, and everyone is listening and responding in their own way, isn't it?