Saturday, March 24, 2012

Masks


I would love to say this fellow was my own design - it is so lively and full of cheek.  I am sure that he is singing as he does not look at all scary.   I love the way the curved  central line alters the face and how I view it.

I have been reading books on Oceanic and African art: this is a wooden mask from the Kwilu region in the Congo.

In particular I have been looking at carved , painted and woven patterns for inspiration and noting them in my journal.  In my minds eye I can see stamped, appliquéd and embellished wall hangings.  It is yet to happen of course but I am enjoying playtime in my head space.

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Not quite a self portrait

Not quite a self portrait
small 8' quiltlet with embroidered hair

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