Untitled
2010
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
2010
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting looks like a close-up of cracked, uneven surfaces. Dark and light patches blend together, with some areas smooth and others rough. The lines aren’t straight—they twist and split like broken earth or dried mud. The artist used a method where ink is layered to create deep shadows and textures, almost like etching. It’s all in black and white, but the contrast makes the shapes pop. Check out how the artist uses aquatint to build up these textures.