Drie baobabs 1976

Rein Dool made "Drie baobabs" which translates to three baobabs, using graphite, in 1975. It's amazing how much volume Dool achieves with just graphite, a material we all know from childhood. Look at the bulbous forms of the baobabs, each rendered with a slightly different texture, from smooth to almost furry. I'm drawn to the way Dool uses shading to suggest light, the baobab in the middle seems to catch the most light. It's also worth looking at the lines themselves: they're not just outlines, but create depth and dimension. This is the essence of drawing, where line and tone can build a whole world. Dool reminds me a bit of Morandi, another master of quiet observation. They both teach us to see the extraordinary in the ordinary, inviting us to slow down and appreciate the subtle nuances of form and light.