What I was interested in in this picture was the the texture of the folds of the guy's face in the shadow, moving into the wrinkles around his arms, which I thought made a really nice shape. All of this in contrast to the broad white expanse of his shirt.... I don't know if this quite does it, and I might need to do another one, but it's an attempt.
I think it's fantastic. I love the composition and the balance of empty space and line. Especially liking the arm and shirt and how well you used the white paper to describe those space. It's a niffty piece and I'd hang it on my wall in a heartbeat.
ReplyDeleteYeah, what Siolo said! I really like the composition and the use of dark and light, plus the character in the old guys. Nice job!
ReplyDeleteIt's really great. I am always amazed by your line work and sense of composition. So impressive!
ReplyDeleteI love this, these guys have personality!
ReplyDeleteI'm curious about the title of the post: "Horst"... Does it possibly refer to Horst Janssen? He was a printmaker who I admire on many levels, and his work seems related to some of your own sensibilities, as well as what you're doing here with your light and shade... You might already be aware of him, but if not, look him up it'll be worth the clicks.
ReplyDeleteyour interplay of tone and vacancy is very appealing.
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I don't know about Horst Janssen, but I will definitely look him up. Horst is the name of the guy in the picture (they're both the same guy).
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone for your comments.
Love the interplay between values, and their faces, too.
ReplyDeleteReally great piece. Love the composition, line quality and shading, FAB! :)
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