Heron 1977

Alex Colville created this print, Heron, using serigraphy, a process of layering colour that builds up the image. Look at the way the colour seems to sit on the surface, almost suspended. The heron, with its careful reflection, divides the picture into zones. The top half is solid and still, while the bottom is liquid, shimmering with movement. See how Colville contrasts the heron's detailed feathers with the abstract bands of the landscape. There’s something serene, almost meditative, about the way he captures this moment. Colville always reminded me of Edward Hopper, another artist who looked for the poetry in everyday life, finding beauty in simplicity and stillness. Ultimately, this piece invites us to pause, observe, and find our own reflections in the quiet moments.