Orient 4 1970

Bridget Riley made Orient 4, and it's all about how she puts color to work. Look at how Riley’s lines vibrate. It's an intense, optical experience, right? You might think it is simple, but it is sophisticated. The rhythm of the verticals, that stark contrast between the lines. The red and white push against each other, creating a moire effect. Riley's paintings aren’t just about what you see; they’re about how you see. You can tell that she's really exploring the process of painting, about how the eye and brain work together. I’m reminded of the early minimalists like Agnes Martin, but Riley's got this extra layer of visual buzz, a kind of joyful chaos. It's a reminder that art isn’t just about answers; it’s about questions, and about the endless possibilities of seeing the world in new ways.