Gezicht op kasteel Ghlin before 1913

This landscape scene of Ghlin Castle, by Ch. Perrin, comes to us through fine, delicate marks. Look closely, and you can begin to feel how it must have been to create, the artist carefully manipulating ink to build up tone and texture. I'm thinking about Perrin, and imagining them standing in front of the scene; perhaps they are seeking to capture the serenity and stillness of the water. The artist’s hand articulates the scene, defining the solid forms of the castle, trees and reflections. Notice how the fine lines create a sense of depth, pulling us into the picture, just like when we are deep in thought. But really, this is more than just a picture of a castle. Through careful, precise work, Perrin shows us how art can capture a moment, a mood, a feeling. When we look at this image, we are actually stepping into a long conversation between artists who explore what it means to see and feel the world around us.