Above: semi-abstract compositions using three different etched copper plates. I blocked out certain sections of each plate with newsprint as it ran through the press, resulting in a fairly unpredictable combination of all three. The three plates, each typifying a different form of urban growth (medieval, city beautiful master-planned, and suburban sprawl) are printed on their own below.
Exploring the combination of cyanotype solution (a light sensitive emulsion I paint onto paper) and cut paper stencils to block out imagery. Above: Sopris & Pyramid
Maroon Bells
Abstract "water". Also using cut paper to block the light, but in a more amorphous way.
Some news:
Finished work yesterday on the most recent large scale grass drawing after a marathon couple of days working toward the horizon line (the most repetitive part of the process).
Thanks to everyone who voted me "people's choice" in the recent CCAH Valley Visual Arts Show--that was a nice surprise. Both works in that show (Grass #1 & Grass #2) sold as well. Only the last of the first four (Grass #4) remains. Grass #1 & #2 are currently on view (but not for sale) at the Nugget Gallery on the Hyman Avenue Mall in Aspen if you want to check them out.
Finally, I will be in the upcoming Roaring Fork Studio Tour on May 19-20. Come visit-- I'm taking a break from the big works and should have a number of smaller pieces on sale. The studio is at 242 N. 7th St.--two-and-a-half blocks north of the town pool/Six89 Restaurant in Carbondale.
