More of the Non-Representational

24" X 36"  This one reminds me of the dot candy or fizzy bubbles.

24"x 30"  Updated version of the blue, white and orange.

Not quite sure where this falls on the artistic development curve, but it is sure fun and relaxing - I could spend hours at it - color, shape and texture (for the HS Students wondering about my elements) and for the principles - how about pattern, movement and unity? 

A Break with Tradition

#1  18"x 24"

#2 18"x 24"

#4  18"x 24"

#5   24"x 30"

A couple of new ideas hit this spring.  So you're the first to see the "Non Representational" side of my art.  (It might be a logical progression from some of our glass work)   They're not even named yet.

 There's something about  the tight control of the squares against the randomness of the circles and lines and inclusions that appeals to me. It's really fun and liberating to play with the color combinations and textures.

Mike is still making up his mind about them.  He asked me last night if I had always dreamed of doing things like this.  He seemed a little nervous...

Opinions would be welcomed.

#3  18"x 24"

Plowed Fields #3

Plowed Fields #3
Acrylic

Another memory of the grain harvest with a bit more realism. Tried to simplify images again to contrast with the sweep of the straw waiting to be bailed. I swore I never wanted to leave the farm, but my father said it was just the scenery I was in love with, not the work. I believe he was right.

Plowed fields #2

Plowed Fields #2
Acrylic

A sample of what we've tried this summer. Memories of doing farm work come back vividly. The undulating lines are fun to work with and the simplified shapes let me get right into the memory without getting hung up on structure.