Entry D11″x14″, Graphite and paper
I was always fond of still-life pieces. I think they show a desire to capture and preserve moments in an impermanent world, a response to the brevity of life. In creating this graphite drawing, I was influenced by Jean Siméon Chardin, particularly his ability to find and create beauty even in simple, everyday objects. I was inspired by the way he was able to make the objects in his art feel alive, with the softness of lines and how each item draws you to the next. Much like that of Chardin’s, through “The Apple,” I hope to convey a sense of quietness and appreciation for the simple things in life.