Udsigt fra mit køkkenvindue 1935

This is a 1935 watercolour and pen drawing by John Christensen; it's a view from his kitchen window. What I love about this drawing is the way Christensen used lines and simple washes of colour to capture the scene before him. You can almost feel him peering out, trying to capture the essence of his everyday surroundings. I imagine Christensen, perhaps with a cup of coffee in hand, quickly sketching the rooftops, chimneys, and the hint of green below. Look closely, and you'll notice the charming details like the figures clambering over the roof. These details add a whimsical touch, transforming an ordinary scene into something quite magical. There's a slightly naive quality to the drawing that reminds me of outsider art. Artists like Christensen show us that painting isn't about perfect representation, but about seeing the world in a personal way. It is this spirit that continues to inspire artists today.