Night Cap c. 1937

Cora Parker's drawing of a ‘Night Cap’ is a masterclass in subtle observation, rendered with what looks like graphite on paper. You know, drawing is a process of discovery. It's about seeing more than you think you do, and letting the hand follow. Look closely and you'll see how she uses the softest gradations to suggest form, the folds of the fabric almost breathing off the page. There’s something so tender and careful in the way she records the delicate embroidery. It reminds me of Agnes Martin’s quiet, meditative lines. That one tiny flower, repeated like a motif, it’s a whole world of patience and attention to detail. This drawing isn’t just about representation; it’s about feeling, about the intimacy of domestic life. It's a reminder that art can be found in the most ordinary things.