Hedging and Ditching
1812
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1812
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a wooded scene with rough, tangled trees and uneven ground. Two people stand near a fence, one holding a stick, while another person sits on the grass below. In the distance, a river or stream winds through the landscape, and a few more figures are scattered around. The artist used sharp lines and shading to show texture—notice how the bark and leaves look almost like they’re carved into the paper. This isn’t a smooth painting but a scratchy, detailed print. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this made prints with acid and needles.
