“In the Garden”
“In the Garden: Left Panel” is the first in a series of 9 paintings. An exploration of man’s will vs. God’s will, this figure, released from struggle through personal effort, is slightly cradled in the vines. Ultimately, I hope to assemble a 3 tier polyptych revolving upon Adam and Eve in the garden. Currently in the second stage of underpainting, the right panel retains a light local color in the sky while the tree and figure are modeled tonally and stained with colors complementary to the quality of the light. Upon completion, the left and right panels may be exhibited as companion pieces suggesting a “wheel of life.” All of the panels are to be executed as diptychs and triptychs to explore potential sub themes; however, once all of the paintings are completed, they can be reassembled to present the original narrative.
“Taxonomy: Exposure”
Taxonomy: a system of classification; the science of identifying and naming..... Searching for the concept I wished to capture, I started with a word: "fragility." After exploring a series of different subjects and applications of materials and techniques, the original trail of drawings led me to a deeper dive into beauty and loss. Living on a small farm in a wooded landscape, mice became the focus of my attention. The words continue to shift and one drawing leads to the next. As I meditate upon each individual, different areas about focus and specificity of description are suggested. It is my hope that the number and configuration of these images may ultimately speak to a larger narrative.
