Inner Connections

Inner Connections: 36 X 30 oil on canvas.

Time Step

TIME STEP: 30 X 30 Oil On Canvas; Abstract Design

The Force

The Force: Abstract Design: Color Study. I have not done a lot of abstract, non objective work with my fiber art. However, it is a subject that has always been interesting to me. It is not popular with most people, but continues to be popular with artists. When I first saw the work of Melody Johnson, I was drawn in by her incredible use of high intensity color. Using these colors as an accent is widely used by artists to provide a focal point; but using this level of color as your total pallet is not common. Non objective (no object identified) is all about  design. It has to tell a story with shape, color, line, texture and placement of elements. I think that the actual texture of fiber art, adds an additional point of interest to my overall composition. There is no message here; but the viewer can interpret it in any way they like. My goal is to lay out my elements in such a way, that your eye takes a continual journey through a virtual amusement park of color. You can click on the image for a larger view. The Force was juried into the "Untamed" exhibit at Waverly House Galleries. 

Simply Fruit

Simply Fruit: Color Series; Abstract Design  9 X 14. Color balance is the subject of our discussion this time. Although this is one of my smaller works, it is one that I spent the most preparation for. I am not an abstract artist by nature, but felt that I needed the experience of using my knowledge of abstract art to interpret my ideas. My process was to make a drawing of my composition. The rules in abstract design are the same as in representational design. I always start with a rough sketch, but this time, I became very detailed in blocking out my basic shapes. Once I had a layout, I cut the elements out and traced them onto colored paper. I used paper to audition the color balance and actually came up with a paper wall hanging.  My balance is vertical, and I needed to make each choice on the left to balance with the right side. I simplified my shapes enough to represent the idea of fruit elements and a bowl. It could also represent the idea that it was sitting near a window. After my composition and design were established, I made it out of fabric and quilted it. I do realize that I need more experience with abstract design.