6 X 8 IN | 15 x 20 CM

Created on February 12, 2020 by Michelle Maroon signed verso

This 6"x8" ink drawing on archival paper features a striking contrast between dark, heavily shaded areas and dynamic, sweeping lines of negative space. The dense black ink forms a nearly solid backdrop, from which streaks of white emerge, as if light is breaking through the darkness. The horizontal flow of the lighter lines suggests movement, as if they are rushing across the surface in waves. The combination of heavy, almost oppressive black ink and the dynamic, lighter strokes creates a sense of tension and energy, reminiscent of motion or a fleeting moment of illumination in an otherwise shadowy expanse. This piece evokes feelings of duality, with light and darkness in constant interplay, symbolizing contrast, movement, and transformation. The minimal yet powerful use of lines and shading gives the composition a meditative and atmospheric quality, inviting the viewer to contemplate its abstract beauty.