Untitled
1995
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1995
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a simple black bird perched on a branch, its feathers rough and uneven. Next to it is a smooth, empty oval shape, drawn in the same dark line. The background is just a light, plain color—no extra details. The bird looks almost like a quick sketch, but the oval feels deliberate. It’s hard to tell what it’s supposed to be, but it’s clearly part of the picture. If you like this kind of minimal art, check out watercolor to see how artists use thin layers of paint.