A friend requested that I do something (no specified requirements!) on a large tintype. He has collected a number of these from artist friends -- he supplies the tintype, with his only stipulation being that only the background can be worked on, not the central image. I originally considered painting some wild, Rousseau-type "wallpaper" on my tintype, but no...this lady had a story to tell. So we told it.
"Music Box" watercolor pencil, paint & collage on tintype, 2025
Some of my books are appearing in far-flung places this fall:
In Rochester, NY, the 2025 showing of the Art of the Book is opening, and I am delighted to have two pieces on view there. "People I Know, People I Don't Know" is appearing in the Artist's Book section, and "Copper No. 2" is included in the Book Sculpture category.
Supposed to be packing right now, but would rather cut and paste. Takes my mind off...things.
Enigma Variations 01 and 02:
Good job yesterday, America. Let us carry on and keep our eyes on the prize. Oh, and happy birthday, Dear Leader, Baby King, Narcissist-in-Chief. Almost forgot.
Photo Trouvee Magazine is a beautiful presentation of work by artists who use and/or are inspired by found/vintage/family photographs in their work. Founded by Twiggy Boyer and Juliana Naufel in February 2020, each issue is a treasure. Two recent issues have included some of my collage and book work: Issue 15, which highlighted collaborations between artists, includes several pages of work and information about me and my long-time collaboration partner, Sabine Remy of Dusseldorf, Germany. Issue 16 includes 4 more pages featuring some of my recent collages, including a piece featuring the only photo of MY family that I have used in my work (hint...it's my Mom!!). It is really an honor to be included, so much gratitude to you, Photo Trouvee Magazine!
