This painting, ‘Tawny Transference of Mojo’, was an insanely time-consuming distillation of elements. The decision to use the selected image of Mechano was perhaps ill conceived. I guess I was asking for it. The reference image was everything but serene: the vertical format, the complex level of detail, the industrial atmosphere – What was I thinking?! The imagery evolved so much, that there is very little resemblance of the final piece to its beginning source. I suppose it may have helped if I had been determined to keep the structure, like I had been with the GMC. But I had been looking forward to tackling a piece with no constraints. So, simplifications raged, and the shape characters were soon in control, being vocal as hell. On and on they went, having their way with me, and all the while I was feeling like I had failed my mandate totally – back to where I was before I started this collection….. Or was I?…
Well, I did go out of my way to have horizontal elements out-number the vertical elements. The system of inter-twining pipes and tubes is self-contained, thus allowing a feeling of snuggly cozy warmth and comfort. And the colors are warm and soft, lacking harsh color contrasts. And the shapes are large curvy comforters. So, hmmm, perhaps this is that cozy, snuggly type of serenity, replete with lots of gentle curves to nuzzle, and interesting nooks to retreat into for a nap. As I compare the final piece to the reference photo, I realize that after I get over the vast differences, I can sense that the final work is perhaps an x-ray-like psychic peek into the schematics of the enclosed system of mojo movement – yeah!
- Subject Matter: Abstract
- Created: 2015
- Inventory Number: 2015-01
- Collections: All Available Paintings, Serene Yellow Spaces