Green Swing 

Alice Baber created "Green Swing" using oil paint on canvas. These are traditional fine art materials, yet Baber's approach is strikingly free. The paint is applied in translucent layers, resulting in a luminous quality that evokes a sense of light and movement. The process involves a delicate balance of control and spontaneity. Each brushstroke seems deliberate, yet the overall effect is fluid and organic. The forms appear to float and merge, creating a dynamic interplay of color and shape. Baber's technique emphasizes the inherent qualities of oil paint, its ability to be both vibrant and ethereal. Baber was deeply engaged with abstraction, aligning herself with traditions of fine art. Yet, her intuitive approach could also be seen as akin to certain craft practices, where the maker responds directly to the material at hand. Ultimately, "Green Swing" reminds us that the most compelling art often transcends such categories, inviting us to appreciate the beauty and expressiveness of materials themselves.