Stone Gate Post c. 1939

Rose Campbell-Gerke made this drawing of a Stone Gate Post with watercolour, a medium that invites layering and blending. It's as if she's tracing the quiet passage of time etched into the stone. Look at how Campbell-Gerke renders the texture of the stone, that mottled surface near the bottom. It’s all built up with tiny little marks, a kind of pointillist approach to capturing the rough, almost geologic feel. The color palette is restrained, various grays and browns, which makes the architectural details stand out, almost like a ghostly echo of its original form. The piece reminds me of the work of Agnes Martin, but with a touch more figuration. Both artists share a love of quietness and a dedication to process. Ultimately, art is about engaging in an ongoing dialogue, where each piece adds its own unique voice to the conversation. It’s less about fixed answers and more about embracing the multitude of interpretations that each artwork invites.