This is an excellent article, Karim. As a Fine Arts graduate and artist, I can fully appreciate everything you’re telling us. I knew your grandmother was a printmaker as well as a painter but didn’t realize the back history and context of her work. A revelation to see it. Thank you for this and keep these articles coming - I learn something every time I read them!
Thank you so much, Sheila! You're too kind! I'm honestly delighted to read that you are enjoying these articles and that I have been able to relay some of the context and nuances behind my grandmother's career and the choices she made.
And also liked your writing about Edvard Munch. One of my favorite artists - I almost think his prints are stronger than his paintings. I think colour alters the perception of an artwork. Black and white can be more impactful than when colour comes into play - I’ve always liked doing drawing for its own sake. (Although of course I enjoy colour too).
This is an excellent article, Karim. As a Fine Arts graduate and artist, I can fully appreciate everything you’re telling us. I knew your grandmother was a printmaker as well as a painter but didn’t realize the back history and context of her work. A revelation to see it. Thank you for this and keep these articles coming - I learn something every time I read them!
Thank you so much, Sheila! You're too kind! I'm honestly delighted to read that you are enjoying these articles and that I have been able to relay some of the context and nuances behind my grandmother's career and the choices she made.
Much more to come :)
And also liked your writing about Edvard Munch. One of my favorite artists - I almost think his prints are stronger than his paintings. I think colour alters the perception of an artwork. Black and white can be more impactful than when colour comes into play - I’ve always liked doing drawing for its own sake. (Although of course I enjoy colour too).
Glad I’ll see a lot more!