“An idea that is not dangerous is unworthy of being called an idea at all.” -Oscar Wilde
My 12x12 group had the challenge theme- 'Abstraction'. I really struggle with creating abstract art and this piece was a struggle throughout. I never quite got into it or as the quote says above- it never became 'dangerous'. I completed the exercise, but still am not happy with the finished piece, even considered disposing of it.
I am hoping my next one is more inspiring!
This is a learning curve isn't it Kathy. Another good quote, from Pablo Picasso: "There is no abstract art. You must always start with something. Afterward you can remove all traces of reality." Wish I had read this before! Anyway, I don't know about danger in your piece, except for lots of red :), but I do like it. I loved how you made the circles work for you too. Maybe we should make "structures" abstract too... Hmmmm.
ReplyDeleteI like it Kathy! If you want to dispose of it I'll send you my address! I haven't done my abstractions yet, but I do have an idea what it would have been. I think this piece is great, the quotes are great, and better yet, I didn't know the Frixion pens removed a little color. What a great idea to use that "disadvantage" to your advantage. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Gladys and Margaret!
ReplyDeleteI missed that this had been posted. Great work Kathy! I would not have known that you had trouble with this one. I really like this piece! Also didn't know about the pens. Good to know!
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