Small Red : January 1973 : 3 1973

Editor: This print, *Small Red : January 1973 : 3* by Patrick Heron, is dominated by shades of red, with smaller areas of pink and green. The shapes are organic and seem to float. What do you see in this piece, considering Heron’s artistic choices? Curator: The artwork presents a dynamic interplay of color relationships and spatial tensions. Note how the chromatic intensities of the red hues create a visual vibration, activated further by the contrasting green. Consider how the non-geometric forms contribute to the overall compositional balance. Editor: It almost feels unplanned but I know it isn't. I like how the colors interact; I can almost feel the heat. Curator: Precisely. Heron masterfully orchestrates these elements. This exploration of pure visuality exemplifies a focus on the inherent properties of the artwork itself. Editor: It's interesting to consider it as just color and shape. Curator: Indeed, a focus on its formal elements allows for a deeper understanding.