Hummingbird 1978

Gene Davis made "Hummingbird" with paint on canvas. It's a two-panel painting dominated by vertical stripes, setting up a visual rhythm that feels almost musical. The magic is in the subtle differences. The texture is key: the slightly uneven edges of the stripes suggest a hand-painted quality, a directness. The dark grey tones feel quiet. Look closely, and you'll notice how each stripe seems to vibrate with its own energy. The slight imperfections make you wonder about the tools used, the artist's hand, and the decisions made along the way. It's like a secret language whispered through color and form. Agnes Martin comes to mind with their shared exploration of the grid, but Davis brings his own syncopated beat. It’s a reminder that art is an ongoing dialogue, a conversation that transcends time.