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200718 minGdoc-short

The Draughtsman

200718 minGdoc-short

To touch the paper and hear the sound of the pencil are the rules followed by Latvian artist Ilmārs Blumbergs in his artistic practice.

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Dāvis Sīmanis Jr.

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To touch the paper and hear the sound of the pencil are the rules followed by Latvian artist Ilmārs Blumbergs in his artistic practice.

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Dāvis Sīmanis Jr.

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Ilmārs Blumbergs, a Latvian artist, adheres to three simple rules: touch the paper, hear the sound of the pencil, and always trace himself. His approach to art is not confined to a specific time or space but is instead integrated into his daily life. The 18-minute film captures Blumbergs' unique philosophy and his ongoing relationship with the act of drawing.

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