GM 19 Arcering 1967

Johannes Jan Schoonhoven made "GM 19 Arcering" using simple materials: paint or ink on paper. But the effect is anything but simple. Look at the repetitive, almost meditative marks. Schoonhoven meticulously created each stroke, building up a field of subtle variation. The material itself—likely a fluid ink—allows for slight bleeding and pooling, giving each line its own character. This handmade quality is key. In a world of mass production, Schoonhoven's work insists on the value of the individual gesture. He elevates a seemingly mundane process to a form of art. It's a reminder that even within the most rigid systems, there's always room for the human touch to make its mark. By embracing repetition and imperfection, Schoonhoven challenges our notions of what constitutes art and labor.