All the marks in the piece above were done with the 3/8" sponge applicator
All the marks above were made with the bamboo skewer. I was amazed at how long the ink lasts without having to dip into it again.
Over the next several weeks I will be exploring mark making in order to create a new lexicon for my art practice. My intention is to develop a new new series from this exploration..
Taping a sponge brush to a long handle and working outside with the paper on the ground, I dipped the brush into India Ink, employing the gesture of my body to create marks. I wasn't thinking but just allowing to let what would happen lead me on to the next set of marks and brush strokes. Usually I would use a synthetic brush for this but trying to get out of my comfort zone I forced myself to use a sponge brush, something I would not choose for his type of challenge.
22" x 30 " India ink on paper
48" x 60" India Ink on paper
In this piece. while standing I poured powdered charcoal on my paper, using my fingers and sometimes a chamois I rubbed the powder in here and there. Using an eraser I removed areas creating white lines and shapes. I created marks on top using a variety of charcoal sticks. Inspired by the plants in my garden, I quickly drew gestures of plant forms. I used the movement of my whole body not just my wrist. I worked quickly - not over thinking this exercise.
22" x 30" Charcoal on paper
14" x 30" India Ink and pointer finger on paper
Mixed Media on Paper
Detail of Catalyst
This exhibition highlights the way drawing moves from drawing marks to painterly strokes and sculptural forms. These three artists work in the realm between the abstract and the representational and use line as a form of expressive gesture and a vehicle for meaning.
