Birds above the city 1970

Alfred Krupa made "Birds above the city" as a drawing using ink on paper sometime in 1970. What strikes me is the thickness and thinness of the ink line, making the composition feel really dynamic. Krupa's drawing is not concerned with perfection; it’s more about the act of seeing and feeling. The texture comes from the bold, decisive strokes that build the image. Notice how the solid black shapes contrast with the white of the paper to create depth. The waves in the foreground are almost abstract, like giant swirls of calligraphy. It reminds me a bit of Matisse's cut-outs, that same joy in simplicity and form. Ultimately, this piece, like all great art, isn’t about answers but about sparking a conversation, a moment of connection between the artist and us.