The Model (2025) Original Ink Drawing by Marco Ortolan

his pen-on-paper drawing, "Model," showcases a female figure through intricate overlapping lines (scribble technique), building both form and background.

The central young woman is depicted full-bodied, with a strong gaze and expressive posture. Her distinctive two-bun hairstyle and precisely detailed face stand out, while her body is dynamically formed by the unique line tangle.

Predominantly black and white, subtle pale pink/reddish touches add life. The background, a dense line network, contrasts and integrates the model into an ethereal, abstract environment, imparting movement and raw energy.

"Model" is a contemporary figurative portrait, elevating the pen medium to create a complex, resonant work. The interplay of free strokes and defined form invites detailed observation, revealing mastery in achieving a sophisticated result from a simple medium.

Materials used:

silverpoint, pen

Details:

• Ink drawing on Paper
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 14 x 24 x 0.1cm (unframed) / 14 x 24cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the front
• Style: Impressionistic
• Subject: People and portraits