Sequence of Position Diagrams 1950

Editor: This is "Sequence of Position Diagrams" by Stuart Davis. It's a modest-sized sketch, all angles and handwritten notes. It feels almost like a puzzle or a map. What do you make of it? Curator: It's like peeking into Davis's mind, isn't it? He's diagramming how we visually move through a painting. He's asking, "How do you get from A to B in a composition?" The playful squiggles and text feel so personal, almost like a visual diary. Editor: So, it's not just about the shapes themselves, but the journey they create? Curator: Exactly! Think of jazz, which Davis adored. It's about improvisation, movement, and finding your way through a musical landscape. Editor: I never thought about it that way! It’s a whole new way of seeing his work. Curator: It's art as a dynamic experience.