Description

This piece showcases a model standing with her back turned, rendered with India ink.

The elegance of her pose and the delicate lines used to capture her form evoke a sense of timeless beauty.

Dad always had a profound appreciation for the human form, a passion deeply rooted in his classical training at the Budapest Royal Academy of Fine Arts, where he studied from 1943 to 1948. His admiration for classical artists like Dufy, Picasso, Matisse, Renoir, Van Gogh, and Cezanne was evident in his work.

After emigrating to the United States in 1956, Dad continued to hone his drawing skills, frequently attending sessions at the Art Students League in New York City to draw models. His dedication to his craft and his deep respect for the traditions of fine art are beautifully encapsulated in this piece, reflecting his lifelong commitment to capturing the essence of the human spirit through his art.

On this day in 1969, Dad found this model at the Art Students League, immortalized in all her beauty. ❤️

The Drawing Days
I remember Dad leaving early and returning home late, with only his drawing tablet in hand. Inside his tablet were a few sheets of paper, and in his pocket, the drawing instruments - a fountain pen, a small set of colored pencils, maybe a piece of graphite, all held together with a rubber band.

Today, these visions of him walking to and from our home, tablet or easel in hand, stay with me because of their regularity, simplicity, and how he created such beautiful things with so little.

I also sometimes wonder if Mom was lonely while Dad was away on his many artistic journeys, especially during the weekends when she wasn't working. Still, she never complained and always had a welcoming meal ready for him upon his return. She supported him and his creative vision completely. That's true love, and they had it. ❤️

When I look at Dad's art creations, I feel the power of Harmony and Synchrony.

Through My Father's Eyes