Today started off smoothly with less time dedicated to surface work. I began the tedious part of drawing with liquid ink!
The day has been pleasant in temperature but the wind was naughty! I felt like I was in a wind tunnel full of art supplies.. I persevered under these conditions and pushed myself to create more risky marks. Such as curved lines, bolder marks and experimentation with collage. Since my work is strictly done by hand, without the aid of rulers and compasses. Making bolder marks and lines can be tricky. I also avoid sketching, penciling or planning things out when creating art. Everything is created spontaneously and with a prayer that I don't goof up. So far, this approach has worked for me :)
The foot traffic was slower than usual, but I still had new folks show up and observe my art. Some even took the luxury of resting on the hill side in front of my studio. Everyone is welcomed to sit and loaf with me! In this photo is Mr. Rob from Lili's Cafe and Jen Bechak a local artist. Jen was nice enough to provide the following pictures of the day. Fantastic work, Jen!
For the majority of the day, I brushed liquid ink on my surface, creating more details and line work. While trying more bold approaches, I felt uncertain about my marks..Especially in some areas with heavy ink. I was given thoughts and suggestions from a few of passerby's (mainly Jason and Jen!) and began the experimentation of collage! I'm hoping this collage business will work and not be more of a distraction.. We shall see! As the work progresses, it's taking a turn towards map like qualities. I have a map of the Polish Hill area in my studio and I believe it's influencing my work. I'm beginning to create these design elements that resemble a topographical map.. Seen here ---------->
An ode to the people who stopped by to see my work and contributed to interesting topics ;)
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