Caroline de Lannoy, Glittery night sky, 2020, pencil on paper, drawing, 21 x 29.7 cm.
Drawing holds a central role in Caroline de Lannoy’s artistic practice. Her drawing compositions, delve into themes of time, space, and perception.
In her piece ‘Glittery Night Sky,’ she explores variations in graphite density and tone to capture the luminous contrasts of the night sky. Using graphite pencil on paper, she establishes a rhythmic flow through repetitive marks, skilfully manipulating light and shadow. Her compositions are constructed with simple yet precise geometric elements, primarily dots. By subtly varying their size, intensity and placement of these dots, she forms intricate, complex and dynamic star patterns that evoke a profound sense of depth, movement and celestial wonder.