Reinterpretation of Roger van der Weyden's 'The Descent of the Cross'
In this reinterpretation of Roger van der Weyden's 'The Descent of the Cross', I concentrated on a very moving close-up of Christ's head, which I chose to represent vertically.
I adopted a pointillist approach, using 0.03 to 0.4 markers to build up the image point by point, creating a rich texture of black and white nuances.
This technique allowed me to play with light and shadow without resorting to defined contours, resulting in an image that, although modern in its method, remains faithful to the intensity of the original. The limited use of the grey palette contributes to a certain sobriety, while allowing the subtle details to stand out.
In this work, I have tried to explore how the simplest elements can converge to reveal a complex image charged with meaning, demonstrating the power of the dot as an essential element of visual art. Where once there was just a mass of dots, the addition of a single one suddenly brings a shape to life.
I invite you on this journey where the poignant expression of this Christ has guided me throughout the creation of this work, inviting you to contemplate the timeless themes of suffering and redemption through the prism of modernity.
This technique allowed me to play with light and shadow without resorting to defined contours, resulting in an image that, although modern in its method, remains faithful to the intensity of the original. The limited use of the grey palette contributes to a certain sobriety, while allowing the subtle details to stand out.
In this work, I have tried to explore how the simplest elements can converge to reveal a complex image charged with meaning, demonstrating the power of the dot as an essential element of visual art. Where once there was just a mass of dots, the addition of a single one suddenly brings a shape to life.
I invite you on this journey where the poignant expression of this Christ has guided me throughout the creation of this work, inviting you to contemplate the timeless themes of suffering and redemption through the prism of modernity.
2020 - felt tip pen on Canson Paper A3 : 29,7 x 42 cm
2020 - felt tip pen on Canson Paper A3 : 29,7 x 42 cm - detail 1
2020 - felt tip pen on Canson Paper A3 : 29,7 x 42 cm - detail 2
Original : https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Descente_de_croix_(van_der_Weyden)
