Tewer or Cupboard c. 1938

Here we have "Tewer or Cupboard," made with watercolor by Sarah F. Williams. The way the wood grain is rendered, it's like she's building the cupboard right there on the page, one careful stroke at a time. I love how Williams pays so much attention to the material aspects, the texture of the wood, the way the light catches on the door handle. She's not just showing us a cupboard; she's inviting us to feel the weight of the wood, to imagine running our fingers over the surface. Look at the top right. Williams pays close attention to the detail of the pull, the shape of the carved timber. The grain in the timber pulls the eye in and out of the painting, causing you to question your perspective. The artist uses watercolors in such a way that the viewer can see what they wish to see. It reminds me a bit of Charles Burchfield, another artist who found magic in the everyday. Both artists see the world with such curious eyes, transforming ordinary objects into something extraordinary. It's a reminder that art isn't just about grand statements; it's about noticing the beauty in the small things, the things we often overlook.