The Novice

About this work

This sketch shows two women in a quiet room. One sits at a table, holding a small object—maybe a book or mirror—while the other stands nearby, leaning slightly forward. Their clothes are simple, with loose sleeves and high necklines. The lines are loose and sketchy, almost like quick notes rather than a finished drawing. The artist left some faces and hands a little rough, as if still figuring out the shapes. There’s also a mirror on the wall behind them, reflecting a third face—maybe the artist at work. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build texture with lines.