Breadth #10

Somewhat inspired by Chagall's work, this piece was created by using additive and subtractive methods. The ground was created by painting bars of color, painting black over the entire ground, and then scratching into it to reveal the bright colors underneath. For the sky, I layered paint and sequins while scratching patterns as well. This piece was about exploration- exploring different medium, different techniques, and different styles. It's message is also about exploration - the exploration of the unknown universe.

Breadth #6

This is a piece that is really interesting because of the surface I used. I cut a denim skirt down one seam and then used the shape of the surface to influence the art I created on it. The seams of the skirt reminded me of a window, and I was led to the style of Marc Chagall. The images of the window, the town, the eiffel tower, and dream-like animals were all inspires by Chagall's work. It was strange working on the denim because I realized a little too late that I should have gessoed it before applying paint. It worked out fine, but the fabric absorbed a fair amount of the paint and I had to learn to work under those circumstances. I think the composition and the surface really make this piece.