Using this later version, ‘Colour Standards’ is a body of paintings that respond to the rich and vibrant colours that form part of this dictionary. Equally fascinating is the nomenclature that also accompanies the swatches. In collaboration with Heather, the poet Judith Willson wrote a selection of poems to accompany the paintings. This led to a publication of 14 postcards. For further information see Collaborations section.

The colour swatches sample book has 240 swatches made of silk thread. To date, 14 paintings have been produced in response to the colours. The paintings are made on board on a gesso prepared surface. Using oil prepared pigments, the works are layered with thin glazes of colour, creating a luminosity of surface.