Acrylic Wash #2

I thought I would share my process on this series. One of my most difficult obstacles is controlling the inner-critic, who likes perfection. Over the last few years through my life experiences, I have learned that the imperfection is where the beauty truly lies.

The acrylic washing allows the art to form, in it's raw organic state. Then I can let it go.

Acrylic Wash #1

010 Black and White

Head Sculpture

This was made a few years back and has been part of my process of creating; allowing The Black and White series to develop and evolve. I'm drawn to the element of spontaneity, which is a key component in this series. This sculpture was fired in Nils Lou’s East Creek Anagama in Willamina, Oregon; one of only a few wood burning kilns in the United States.

This head survived an incredibly fierce environment inside the home-made kiln. Pieces of wood were dropped into the kiln, every 10- 15 minutes, around the clock for several days. The ash from the wood is what gives it it's unique glaze and texture.

A Sad Portrait

This is an oldie I painted a few years ago. I realized today that it's part of the Black and White series.

009 Black and White- After

009 Black and White - before