Mauve Shift 1977

Warren Rohrer made "Mauve Shift" with paint, exploring what it means to arrive at a colour through process. Look closely, and you can see how Rohrer built up this field of mauvey-grey with countless tiny strokes. The surface is a map of his attention, each touch a record of a decision. It’s not just a colour, it's a history of making. Rohrer’s marks aren’t about showing off technique; it's more about feeling. The texture is so subtle, it almost disappears. Yet, it's this very quietness that draws you in. It reminds me a little of Agnes Martin’s grids. Both artists share a love of simplicity and a knack for making the invisible visible. Rohrer invites us to slow down, look closer, and find beauty in the quiet shifts of colour and texture. It's a reminder that painting is just as much about feeling as it is about seeing.