This work of art doesn’t look like a painting. How was it made?

Jazz Series #4, Chicago Blues, ca. 1983,  Paul Keene (1920-2009), Pencil on paper, H. 22 x W. 29.5 inches, Collection of the Bucks County Intermediate Unit #22.

Jazz Series #4, Chicago Blues, ca. 1983, Paul Keene (1920-2009), Pencil on paper, H. 22 x W. 29.5 inches, Collection of the Bucks County Intermediate Unit #22.

This work of art is a drawing. Paul Keene made it using pencils and an eraser, on a large sheet of manila colored paper. If you look very carefully, you can see sketchy lines, and in contrast other lines that appear more permanent. There are some plain white areas, and some areas where you can see shadows. Read More »

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