Abstract Shapes

Night Moon. Paper college. 9 x 11".

 

 

I like to find "unexpected" shapes by working with paper. The contrast between torn/cut edges can offer much to an image. When I think about shapes I always think of Paul Klee's statement that shape is the great enigma of painting. It is very difficult to invent shapes that are both specific (without being a thing) and open enough to leave the door open for the viewer's interpretation. This is a problem, and I l-o-v-e problems. For me, to be an artist is to be involved with problems. It's my passion to be working with difficult ideas. I like to be in a place where the unforeseen conclusion accompanies my efforts. I frequently do collage as part of my creative process; sometimes they are totally abstract, sometimes not.