Three Dimensional Work
The intent of adding three dimensional elements is to bring the viewer into the the painting itself and become an actual participant. Hopefully it contributes to the drama of the artwork.
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Life’s Surprises
51 x 28 • Oil on Canvas, Metal
Price: $3,000
This idea came out of my own surprise of witnessing someone close suddenly dealing with health issues. We all have those moments, both good and bad, that can be pivotal moments, like it or not. The viewer is situated behind the couple and witnessing first hand.
Family, Food, Fun
32 x 38 • Oil on Canvas
Price: $2,000
Family gatherings are festive times. I wanted to try to make the viewer appear to be entering and joining in with the fun of family events. The light is radiating from the center outward to all participants.
Pop Goes the Weasel
30 x 40 x 5 • Oil on Canvas, Wood, Wire
Price: $2,000
Based on the textile industry in the 1800s, a loom has a ‘weasel’ gizmo that pops up when a certain length is woven and should be cut. The song comes from this loom. It is also about how poorly the women were paid. Workers might swap personal items at a “pop” (pawn shop) for money since their money would run out by week’s end. Everyone wants a moment to share fun with friends at the end of work.
Mac & Geez
24 x 36 • Oil on Canvas, Paper Mache
Price: $2,000
This was the result of a discussion about 'comfort food' and nothing comes close to mac & cheese. | wanted to make this bigger than life so it literally jumps right off the canvas into your face. Everyone likes this topic.
The Wrinkled Rocker
36 x 24 • Oil on Canvas
Price: $3,000
Friends said they thought some rock stars did not know when to hang up the mic. I felt the rocker should continue to rock as long as they can. Some figures are always going to be a big star.
Umbrella Encounters
36 x 24 • Oil on Canvas
Price: $2,500
A sudden rain forces close encounters. Some are welcome and sometimes are lasting. The stranger seeking shelter under a shared umbrella offers both adventure and hope.
Digititus Connecticus
28 x 36 x 4 • Oil on Canvas, Wire
Price: $1,800
Youth today are more connected than ever. They embrace their connected life style and going digital has never been so popular.
Cell Phones Unlimited
30 x 33 x 4 • Oil on Canvas, Metal, Mirror
Price: $1,400 SOLD
I recently witnessed a group of young students all armed with cells and no one talking to each other. Their new found communication is contagious and the mirrored figure shows you joining them as well.
Rubens Rebuffed
36 x 48 • Oil on Canvas, Tape
Price: $2,000
Classical paintings took a 'hit' from Facebook who censored the nudity on their platform. Museums mocked this effort by ushering visitors away from any nude paintings. This Rubens-style painting includes a roll of tape so the viewer can tape off any offensive naughty areas.
Her Last Bikini Burn
30 x 40 • Oil on Canvas, Wood, Yarn, Terri Cloth
Price: $2,000
Awareness of one’s body can be daunting as we age and few women are comfortable with revealing swimwear past ‘a certain age’. The viewer can feel superior standing over the figure, but she is confident of her looks and is strong despite her age.
Fun and Fear
40 x 50 x 6 • Oil on Canvas, Paper Mache
Price: $3,000
My students debated whether a roller coaster was fun or actually a fearful event. The activity of riding this amusement split the class between fun and fear. Same activity, opposite emotional response. The 3D effect was my attempt to make it feel bigger than life.
Heads
15 x 30 • 40 x 30 • Oil on Canvas, Metal
Price: $1,800
Everyone goes through different emotional states and when asked to do a self-portrait, I tried to show I could be many things. The viewer can align the suspended shirt with all heads by walking left and right. The separate head is for looking at the head from an extreme position.
Next Generation
36 x 70 x 30 • Oil on Canvas, Wood, Wire
Price: $2,200
The family knowledge of generational transition is usually done verbally from an older member with a younger member. Even when the older person passes away, the continuity continues and lives on.
Tractor Factor
24 x 36 • Oil on Canvas, Wood
Price: $2,000
This equipment revolutionized farming and the productivity involved. The blades could be good or harmful and were hotly debated. I tried to place the viewer behind the tractor in the field itself.
Wrinkle Tree
24 x 72 x 6 • Laminated Wood
Price: $2,500
There seems to be no one that likes wrinkles but we are all destined to have them. I selected Keith Richards because of his furrowed face and made this tree that grows wrinkles and casts a shadow in a positive way.
The Insignificance of Einstein’s Hair
30 x 44 • Chip Board, Paper Mache
Price: $3,500
Einstein is always used as the icon for genius. No one knows why he is considered a genius but his wild hair became synonymous for the mental dexterity. His wild hair was the result of a physical ailment that could not be cured. His unruly hair is given abundant recognition.
The Kids are Alright
20 x 30 x 20 • Wood
Price: $2,000
Black hoodies seemed to cast young students in a negative light. This projected image shows them in a positive way.
Never a Doll Moment
24 x 36 • Oil on Canvas, Cloth, Wood, Pottery
Price: $1,800
A discussion about dolls led to research about dolls in alternatives life styles and behavior.