Chromatic Currents (framed)
Chromatic Currents is a captivating mixed media composition that explores the delicate intersection of organic forms and vibrant color. Presented within a modest 10 by 10-inch format, the piece draws the viewer into a lively interplay of shapes that evoke the textures and movements of underwater life as well as microscopic organisms. Set against a warm burnt orange background, the abstract motifs are rendered in a dynamic palette of blues, purples, pinks, greens, oranges, and yellows, each treated with varied textures that add depth and tactile interest.
The artwork’s layered surfaces combine painting, drawing, glue texture, and encaustic techniques to create a rich visual and physical complexity. This blend of media emphasizes the sculptural qualities of the forms, while the surrounding black border anchors the composition, offering a strong visual boundary that enhances focus. The thoughtful arrangement suggests continuous movement and interaction, as if these vibrant entities exist within a self-contained ecosystem, rich with energy and life.
Color plays a prominent role, inviting viewers to examine the intricate patterns and subtle shifts within each shape. The contrast between the saturated hues and the earthy background heightens their vibrancy, creating a compelling tension that draws the eye across the piece. This work embodies a playful yet deliberate exploration of abstraction grounded in natural references, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and imaginative expression. The result is a piece that stimulates curiosity and encourages close observation, inviting viewers to discover new details with each viewing.
Framed mixed media - Fabriano paper, glue, wax, markers, watercolor, colored pencils, wood blocks
New Mexico, 2025
Chromatic Currents is a captivating mixed media composition that explores the delicate intersection of organic forms and vibrant color. Presented within a modest 10 by 10-inch format, the piece draws the viewer into a lively interplay of shapes that evoke the textures and movements of underwater life as well as microscopic organisms. Set against a warm burnt orange background, the abstract motifs are rendered in a dynamic palette of blues, purples, pinks, greens, oranges, and yellows, each treated with varied textures that add depth and tactile interest.
The artwork’s layered surfaces combine painting, drawing, glue texture, and encaustic techniques to create a rich visual and physical complexity. This blend of media emphasizes the sculptural qualities of the forms, while the surrounding black border anchors the composition, offering a strong visual boundary that enhances focus. The thoughtful arrangement suggests continuous movement and interaction, as if these vibrant entities exist within a self-contained ecosystem, rich with energy and life.
Color plays a prominent role, inviting viewers to examine the intricate patterns and subtle shifts within each shape. The contrast between the saturated hues and the earthy background heightens their vibrancy, creating a compelling tension that draws the eye across the piece. This work embodies a playful yet deliberate exploration of abstraction grounded in natural references, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and imaginative expression. The result is a piece that stimulates curiosity and encourages close observation, inviting viewers to discover new details with each viewing.
Framed mixed media - Fabriano paper, glue, wax, markers, watercolor, colored pencils, wood blocks
New Mexico, 2025
Chromatic Currents is a captivating mixed media composition that explores the delicate intersection of organic forms and vibrant color. Presented within a modest 10 by 10-inch format, the piece draws the viewer into a lively interplay of shapes that evoke the textures and movements of underwater life as well as microscopic organisms. Set against a warm burnt orange background, the abstract motifs are rendered in a dynamic palette of blues, purples, pinks, greens, oranges, and yellows, each treated with varied textures that add depth and tactile interest.
The artwork’s layered surfaces combine painting, drawing, glue texture, and encaustic techniques to create a rich visual and physical complexity. This blend of media emphasizes the sculptural qualities of the forms, while the surrounding black border anchors the composition, offering a strong visual boundary that enhances focus. The thoughtful arrangement suggests continuous movement and interaction, as if these vibrant entities exist within a self-contained ecosystem, rich with energy and life.
Color plays a prominent role, inviting viewers to examine the intricate patterns and subtle shifts within each shape. The contrast between the saturated hues and the earthy background heightens their vibrancy, creating a compelling tension that draws the eye across the piece. This work embodies a playful yet deliberate exploration of abstraction grounded in natural references, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and imaginative expression. The result is a piece that stimulates curiosity and encourages close observation, inviting viewers to discover new details with each viewing.
Framed mixed media - Fabriano paper, glue, wax, markers, watercolor, colored pencils, wood blocks
New Mexico, 2025