Vasilj Godzh Line Drawings

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Vasilj Godzh is a Russian illustrator who makes primarily line drawings.  I find that this technique of using only lines of the same width and color is fascinating because of the many number of compositions, patterns, forms and more that are possible.  Line drawings tend to take a lot more time and patience because of the limitations of the material, making Godzh's many pieces impressive.  Not only has he explored variations of this technique, Godzh has also found ways to make each composition different from the others, creating a wide range of subject matter, both representational and abstract.  This particular piece seems to have a natural or organic feel, as the shapes look very much like plants.  Godzh conveys this almost natural movement or texture by varying the direction in which the lines flow.  Though this piece could certainly be described as beautiful and even infatuating, it also seems to have a somewhat disturbing quality that is difficult to identify.  Perhaps because the texture or pattern is also reminiscent of hair and it consumes the entire image.  I am drawn to Godzh's obsessive drawings because of the precise details, the overwhelming essence, the amount of dedication and patience that goes into each piece, and more that is often difficult to describe in so many words.