Description

This charming piece captures the essence of childhood wonder and curiosity, as it depicts my brother, mesmerized by the intricate beauty of a small flower.

What makes this drawing truly remarkable is the unconventional use of pencil for the monochrome elements, while the flower itself is rendered in a lovely yellow hue. This contrast between the muted tones and the singular color is a testament to my father's mastery of his craft and his ability to convey depth and emotion through his art.

Dad, a formally trained European artist who lived a remarkable life until the age of 97, created this piece when he was 35 years old, at the prime of his long artistic journey and the start of our even longer American Dream, having arrived to the United States less than one year prior to this work.

His keen eye for detail and his profound understanding of the natural world are evident in the way he captured the delicate flower petals and the sense of childlike fascination that emanates from the subject.

This work is not merely a representation of a moment in time, but a reflection of my father's love for his family and his desire to immortalize the fleeting moments of childhood that often pass too quickly. Through his art, he has preserved a cherished memory, allowing us to relive the magic of those precious moments time and time again.

Here, in 1957, Dad captures a tender image with Child ❤️

Through My Father's Eyes