At least I'm getting LESS behind!! I've wanted to do this one for a few years. In fact...had already started it and got distracted by other things for a bit. But this theme afforded me the opportunity to complete it and enjoy it all over again. I was inspired by Victor Vaserely. This was a significant moment in my artistic journey because it was the first time I FULLY realized just how much I appreciate other kinds of art!! I saw a presentation of his work (online) in an old church. The juxtaposition of pop art on ancient stone walls was so intriguing. Then I found I loved his work on its own. Found his two zebras next. Now I do love black and white so these were especially delightful to me. Then I found Markab which he did about 1956 or '57. It isn't as much of an optical illusion as some of his other work but it grabbed my attention big time. So I decided to render it in fabric (at least as much of it as I could in 12"X12"). Markab in Arabic means "something to ride". And since finding Vaserely opened up a whole new vista for me, I titled this piece "Enjoying the Ride". As for the process, let's just say I'm extremely glad someone invented those really sharp and tiny scissors!! The white fabric was stitched onto black Kona and then trimmed according to how much black was to show through. Required a bit of patience but I'm happy with the results. It still needs a binding (which will be in black Kona) but at least it is done enough to post.
Inspired by Victor Vaserely
"Enjoying the Ride"
Victor Vaserely's Markab - 1956 (or '57)
Oil on Canvas
Now to start DREAMING!!!!
Lovely! It really is so effective, the white fabric over the black. Thanks for posting the image of the painting too. I had not heard of Victor Vaserely, so must do some research to find out more.
ReplyDeleteLovely! It really is so effective, the white fabric over the black. Thanks for posting the image of the painting too. I had not heard of Victor Vaserely, so must do some research to find out more.
ReplyDeleteThis one turned out great! I know you have been admiring his work for years.
ReplyDeleteThanks Mandy! I hope you enjoy finding out about Vaserely. Some of his work will make you eyes cross but it is definitely fun and interesting.
ReplyDeleteThanks Wil! Yep....it's been a while. I'm so excited to get to revisit him and his work and to complete this piece!
ReplyDeleteI had not seen this Vaserely before. I think it is brilliant the way you have interpreted it.
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Thank you so much, Irene! I don't think it is one of his most familiar works but it is the one that intrigued me. I love a lot of his pieces though.
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