On the Beach
1920
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
Charles H. Woodbury
Charles H. Woodbury (1920–1920) was an artist.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
On the Beach is a 1920 ink by Charles H. Woodbury, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a crowded beach scene with people scattered across the sand. Some are sitting, some are standing, and a few are lying down. The lines are scratchy and uneven, giving the whole scene a rough, busy feel. The artist used only black ink on a light background, making the figures stand out sharply. The waves at the bottom are drawn with quick, wavy lines, adding to the sense of movement. Next, look up etching to see how this printmaking technique works.
Charles H. Woodbury (1920–1920) was an artist.
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