Trouville-sur-Mer
1879
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1879
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a quiet beach scene with a few people sitting near the water. The lines are loose and quick, almost like a hurried note. A lone tree stands tall in the middle, while a small group of people relax on the sand in the background. The artist used only graphite on paper, keeping it simple and rough. This style lets you see the quick strokes that capture light and movement. Next, check out Impressionism to see how artists like this one played with light and simple lines.
