Female image 1975

Hryhorii Havrylenko created this image of a woman using ink on paper. Here, the artist makes use of a delicate balance between positive and negative space through the simple hatching technique. The artwork is made using a network of fine lines in simple strokes, an artistic expression achieved with just paper and ink, that many people can learn. We can see it as a type of mark-making that prioritizes accessibility over conventional artistry. It invites us to appreciate the value of labor, not just in art but also as a reflection of daily life. Ultimately, this approach allows us to re-evaluate our conventional understanding of what makes art valuable.