Let’s get Abstract…
I’ve been having a wonderful time in my studio lately, focusing on the inspiring primal geometry of Polynesian tapas and Hawaiian quilts. They are opening a whole new creative process —I am simplifying the shapes into abstract forms that relate to each other in the positive and negative space. The patterns are influenced by Matisse‘s late period cut-outs and the color sensibility has been inspired by Mark Rothko.
My intention for this work is to group the elements in an array of 4 to 6 at a time, with the “flock” creating an exciting composition in its own right, each piece relating to the others as part of a vibrant whole. (Again, like Matisse’s cut-outs).
These colorful abstracts, viewed individually or as a whole, invite the visitor to play an active role in realizing the final “work of art”.
I believe these creations offer something new and fresh for your home or place of business. I have been trying to capture the colors and soul of the islands for decades through post impressionist art. It is exhilarating to step into modern abstraction while keeping the ALOHA heart beating!
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“The joy in creating these pieces is that they are giving me great freedom to work on line quality, glowing colors, related palettes, and organic shapes that speak to one another.”
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