When I was in the library recently, I found a big fat book on Romare Bearden. He was an exemplary artist and human being, his work is deeply intelligent, inventive and compassionate.
So, I decided to break from painting and do some collage, see if I learned anything from the master. New Moon is the first, simple effort. It's become much crazier, I`ll post some soon.
My friend, the poet Maureen Doallas, asked me if I`d submit a painting and a poem of my choosing for a feature in the online poetry magazine Tweetspeak. For some reason I chose this watercolor from 30 years ago. In New Mexico you can see storms far in the distance, there's nothing in the way. The Native Americans called this 'walking rain'. I couldn`t come up with a poem, so she wrote one in response to the painting. And invited others to do the same. Some did. It was a very cool experience.
watermedia collage on Yupo 6"x6"
watercolor on paper 14"x11"
6 comments:
Randall, really interesting to see your latest developments especially in terms of the water colours and the collage. New Moon is a lovely piece. I'll keep popping by to see progress!
New Moon is an exquisite work.
Romare Bearden is one of my favorite artists. I can say unequivocally that I love his work. So pleased you've discovered him and trying collage.
Thank you for allowing us to use "Walking Rain". It sparked comments on FB, too.
Beautiful work, old & new. I thoroughly enjoyed the poetry that was inspired by your painting too! Thank you for sharing...
I saw "New Moon" on Daily Painters... what an arresting array of shapes and tones. Will look at some of your "regular" work next!
Elegant.
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