Untitled 2013

This untitled drawing by JonOne is a masterclass in mark-making, like a jazz solo on paper, all in black and white. It’s about layering and seeing how many different kinds of lines and shapes can coexist on a single surface. Check out the density here, how the composition builds up through repetition and variation. The penmanship is wild; it’s easy to imagine the artist making these marks spontaneously. The way the black ink sits on the white paper, a field of contrasts, makes me think of Cy Twombly's drawings, but with the energy of New York graffiti. It’s a reminder that art doesn’t always need to be carefully planned. Sometimes, it’s about letting your hand lead the way and seeing where it takes you. Like a conversation that you weren’t expecting.