"On the Edge" (sold)

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Just thinking about different meanings of the same word creates some funny quotes. This one falls into that category. No interpretation needed!

Having a paste paper session can yield some surprising textures for a background. In this particular piece I had decided to mix liquid graphite with the paste followed by expressive writing with a shaper tool. I was surprised that it looks embossed. After thinking about it, I realized it is due to the slight shadow cast when the paste is pushed around...so it is important to use a tool and enough pressure to push the paste aside. It is also important to have the right amount of paste. Too much paste and it will not be subtle enough. Too little paste and it will not be convincing. The reason it's important to analyze these unexpected outcomes of experimentation is so they can reproduced and become a part of your repertoire. Thinking is a huge part of creating art.....especially in mixed media.

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