Christ Stilling the Storm
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1516
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows a group of people in a boat during a storm. Waves crash around them, and the sky is dark with swirling clouds. One person stands, holding a long pole, while others huddle or look upward. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, especially in the water and clothing. The scene looks dramatic but calm at the same time. Next, look up cross-hatching to see how artists build depth with lines.
