Dress c. 1937

This design for a dress, by Katharine Morris, feels like it was made with pure intention, a deep understanding of colour, and a touch of obsession. Look closely and you'll see it's all about the surface. The dress is covered in tiny marks, delicate floral details that create a dense, almost shimmering texture. Morris has layered these colours with such care, each mark building upon the last, revealing the physicality of the medium. It's as if she's mapping out the territory of the fabric, exploring its potential. The little swatch in the bottom right-hand corner is a beautiful compression of the image as a whole. It’s a tiny painting in its own right. Morris reminds me of someone like Agnes Martin, who also brought a similar sensibility to her work. Both artists seem to be more interested in ambiguity than definitive statements.