The pencil stroke is the first step in the creation of any artwork. Indeed, digital artists draw inspiration from these classic and traditional techniques to reinvent them using current and emerging technological tools. From this fusion emerge works with stylised lines, reminding us of the world of sketching and drawing.

Here, the artists breathe new life into the pencil stroke: some infuse it with life and movement, whilst others use it to reveal the reverse side or the skeleton of their creations. It adds an expressive, embodied, human touch, whilst replicating its powdery, material style on screen. In this collection, we witness the transformation of this fundamental element into a powerful means of expression, a vehicle for emotion and life, thanks to new technologies.