Langston Mill 19th-20th century

Curator: Here we have Frank Short's "Langston Mill," a landscape etching with a real sense of place. Editor: It feels almost desolate, doesn't it? Like a memory fading into the mist. The lines are so delicate, so spare. Curator: Short was a master of etching. Notice how he uses the minimal line work to delineate form, texture, and depth? The mill becomes a focal point, framed by the surrounding flatlands. Editor: It is a rather stark piece, and yet, the eye is drawn to the way the light catches on the water. It makes me think about how industrial structures affect the environment. Curator: Short seemed drawn to the subtle beauty of these working landscapes. It is as much about atmosphere as it is about pure representation. Editor: Well, it has certainly offered food for thought. Thanks for sharing your insights.