Untitled (work in progress)
Oil on board, each panel 23" x 23"
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These are some of the panels I've been working with in the "Heaven and Earth" series. The bottom photo shows the studio wall with a possible configuration of three panels. It may not end up this way; I might change the arrangement, add or subtract from it or completely repaint--everything is up for grabs at this stage. They also may or may not end up being linked with stone images in some way.
One of the things I like about working with a series of separate panels is the way they interact with one another in a kind of visual narrative. It's not a literal story of course, but as the eye goes from one image to another, the mind sequences them and builds connections that are not unlike storylines in some way. Another thing that intrigues me is the way multiple images can access notions of time and change.
32 comments:
I especially like this series. The use of the primary colors seems to suggest the primal, elemental aspects of this work -- of rocks and earth, wind and air, life and death. A lot of emotion in these.
I think its so powerful and beautiful as a tryptic. It takes on a completely different energy. Almost like its putting the sky in motion...
I love it.
Thew seem to work separately s well as make a strong statement together. The bold contrast in each piece really pulls me in. Love the series.
Love this series. The colors are gorgeous and my eye is drawn into each one and then connected to each other. Much to see and think about.
All three of those are strong pieces, and they make a very striking series. Nice work!
Extraordinary Don!
I really like these. They convey a sense of energy, movement and emotion as soon as I look at them. There is something about them which is very powerful. I think is series are my favorite so far this year.
The paintings are powerful and the writing is thoughtful. Lots to absorb. Thanks for the fodder.
Wooow, smasching, nice pieces!
I've gotten lazy subscribing to your dailies - and I haven't been clicking over to leave a comment or really look and read. This trio got me out of my stupor. They're so much better seen on the blog!
Fabulous!
Thanks a lot, Lochinvarwelsh. I'm a bit embarassed to admit, but until you mentioned the primary colors it hadn't occured to me that each panel has a dominant primary...that's how observant I am!
I'm glad to hear you feel the three work together. Thanks so much Susan.
Much appreciated, Pam.
Linda, thank you!
Thanks a lot, Leslie. Love your cupcake Airstream!
Thank you Katherine!
Hi Heather--thanks! I have a pretty good idea which Heather you might be. :^} I see you just started a gratitude journal and I get to be your first follower!
Sam, thanks for your kind words.
Marco, thanks and welcome to my blog! Nice to see your work--very fine.
Patrice, thank you for taking the time to visit and comment--nice to hear from you.
the way these interact with each other is mesmerising.like windows into different aspects of one's life.
btw, i just noticed that under winslow's painting the words 'lion tamer' which i don't remember reading when i left my comment...:)
Don!
These look really cool!
The first one looks dangerous even!
-Dean
Wow - love the series. The colors, compositions and the way they work together! Also love the name of the series. Inspiring and perfect for earth day!
Hi Rahina and thanks. I assumed you'd read Bri's title...your comment was really spot on, wasn't it?
Thanks, Dean. I'm a dangerous guy!
Thanks for the encouragement, Debbi!
What a great and powerful series.
Thank you for the supportive words, Irit.
Really liking these. Raw and elemental.
I'm pleased you like them, Jala. I'd like them to be just as you described.
Love the three primary colors! Beautiful triptych!!
Thanks, Martha!
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