I apologize for the poor photography. On the left is Phobos 26"x26 and on the right Deimos 24"x24" collage, acrylic, cellophane papers, silk, netting and photo collage, hand and machine sewing and glitter. Several years ago I became fascinated with space travel...certain planets and moons in particular. I embarked on a study of scientific information, mythological and personal creative reactions. My first planet was Venus and I produced two pieces and sold them at a group show...promising myself my next planet of study would be Mars. At the time new information was being reported daily and photos as well. Mythological Mars the God of War was an intense figure. Two of Mars actual moons are named after two of mythological Mars sons. I proceeded a long stream of conscious writing about these two sons/moons and produced these two pieces. I had them and a few other space type collages in a group show but I never actually produced work from the standpoint of a Mars landing or exploration.. My interest waned on actually reacting to Mars so I put it on my list of "things to do, places to go" for a later time. I think it felt like everyone was visiting Mars and my vision felt disturbed by current discoveries....another time!
I am still interested in your process. I see the stitching, fabric etc. but am wondering if you put all that on paper, on stretched canvas, or panel? And, is it done prior to be mounted on these or what? I have done some sewing on my stuff but seem limited in size and then when I want it to be on a canvas it is too awkward on a stretched canvas. Please advise.
ReplyDeletecomplicative depths (is that a word : perhaps contemplative and complicated combined as one?_)
ReplyDeletei think outer space initiates when depth of inner space is opening in visionary space.
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i love that you would take all the bliss you can hold on your comment to me; that is definite inner space talking!
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beautiful beautiful pieces, lady! i absolutely LOVE them both!!!! what superb colors! my favorites, all! the compositions are fantastic - truly fantastic! thanks SO much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThese are fabulous
ReplyDeleteYour work has been interesting to follow and see the different avenues your vision travels.
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Egmont
Teri, I create the piece on paper using papers, fabric sewing and then glue it onto a stretched canvas. In these two Mars pieces I did not glue onto a canvas but matted them and used a frame with glass.
ReplyDeleteIsn't "fascination" a wonderful thing, especially when it leads to art work like this! These pieces are wonderful Mary Ann.
ReplyDeleteVery "other worldly"!! The colors are my colors. I feel like I can fall into this aquarium of future visiting.
ReplyDeleteThese are wonderful... color and mystery, my favorite combination of attributes.
ReplyDeleteThey seem to glow and I sense a lot of depth. Really rich! I hope your Thanksgiving weekend was all you hoped for.
ReplyDeletehow very interesting-- I don't think I have come across anyone working on a series about planets and outerspace-- fascinating.
ReplyDeleteI think these are outstanding!
ReplyDeleteThe colors so rich,,the composition intriguing.
Maybe they've been just waiting,,,and finally it's their time.
Your fascination shows, Mary Ann. These pieces really glow.
ReplyDeletethese are truly awesome. I love the colors and the two go together so well. I really have the feel of being in outer space so to speak esp with the second one.
ReplyDeleteas usual your colors pull me in first and then there is a rich time of exploration in each piece - wonderful Mary Ann :)
ReplyDeleteOh, some great textures and forms...cellophane! Like the experimental quality which they still offer. Great oranges! Your new look on the site is appealing, the bar across the top changed, but I can't remember what it looked like before. I just feel the change and like.
ReplyDeleteSuz, Thank you.
ReplyDeletemansuetude, Love the contemplative and complicated combo...thank you.
Gypsywoman, I remember now...you like the orange sunny colors!
Egmont, Visions for sure...funny, I hardly ever leave the house!
Babs, Thank you, I live with them and love them everyday.
Karen, Thank you, they sorta of shine! (cellophane and glitter)
Donna, I have a way of picking the unusual subject just for the fun of it.
Pat, I was going for the night sky, reflection thing!
Patrice, Me too! color and mystery!
Jo, That is the word for me...fascination...I need to be fascinated even if it's just a color.
Robyn, Thank you so much.
Suki, Pablo agrees the second one is his favorite too.
Jeane, Thank you, lots of glitter!
Maggie, Glad you like the changes...it's my winter look!
The one on the left has the same animating spirit as Michaelangelo's
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Well anyway, I think so!
Keep exploring!!
These read "large" Mary Ann - and in my favorite color - orange. I especially enjoy the way you write to find your way into a piece or series.
ReplyDeleteLyn, Did you hear that? ...me gasping while reading your wonderful comment and then smiling...thanks!
ReplyDeleteLeslie, Orange is your favorite as well?! The writing has been key for me in art making...brings to me a richer more inspired piece! Thank you
ReplyDeleteI really like these Martian moon pieces and the story about your interest in Mars. I wrote my high school essay about Mars—fascinating!
ReplyDeleteI particularly like the piece on the right. Very exciting use of gold threads and different textures, techniques which I love!
ReplyDeleteMary Ann, I posted the Abacus collection for you :-)
ReplyDeletehey lady - just checking to see what's new and beautiful over your way - and to re-visit all your gorgeous pieces! have a beautiful day!
ReplyDeletelove this rich dimensional work! delicious color!
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