Zwei Boote im Hafen von Collioure 1928

This is Hermann Lismann’s sketch of ‘Zwei Boote im Hafen von Collioure’, made using ink on paper. It's all about the process; you can feel the artist thinking, line by line. Check out how Lismann renders the boats: those repetitive strokes, almost obsessive, making a pattern as much as an image. It's kind of how I feel when I paint, letting the marks guide me. The ink isn’t trying to hide itself; it's there, a physical presence. Those lines feel a bit frantic, not quite controlled, which gives the scene a lively, almost nervous energy. Look closely at that wall to the left, it’s not just a wall, it's a collection of lines, each one a decision, a little journey. It reminds me of Lyonel Feininger’s architectural drawings, which also balance representation with a love for pure, abstract line. Art isn't about perfection. It’s more like a conversation.