Swimmer #3 1983

Betty Goodwin's 1983 watercolor painting, "Swimmer #3," is a minimalist depiction of a swimmer's body, rendered in soft washes of greens, browns, and white. The figure is partly obscured by the paper's edge, suggesting a submerged or disappearing presence. The work's muted color palette and abstract style evoke a sense of quiet contemplation, characteristic of Goodwin's exploration of human form and the fragility of life.