This summer I’ve restarted a recent exploration of sculptural organic forms based on seaweed, rocks, clouds and molecules. My colors and textures reference reptilian skins, flowers, shells, rocks and water, sometimes realistic and sometimes blended into hybrid combinations that at times may seem incongruous.
Process
I sketch as well as photograph and record video from nature to force direct observation and memorize details and form and record observations of time and place, sun and shadows.
Kelp Gouache Sketch 1
Saffron Twist Enamel and Aluminum Mesh 5” x 19.5” x 4”
Our forsythia in bloom this year, one color source for “Saffron Twist”.
“Saffron Twist” catching the morning sun.
Sherbet Kelp Acrylic and Aluminum Mesh 4” x 19” x 6”
“Sherbet Kelp” on an antique blanket chest.
Cosmic Kelp Enamel and Aluminum Mesh 8.5” x 17.5” x 2”
The beetle texture that inspired “Cosmic Kelp”.