Saturday 1 September 2012

My Father's Shed #2

Work is progressing on "My Father's Shed" series. I'm happy with the basic layout  and now it is time to refresh my perspective. Once the piecing is completed, I want to further explore the use of text in art.  Plenty of drawing still happening in the visual diary  - and it helps me resolve many of the questions about what is the purpose of the piece?  What am I trying to say? What if  ...? How could it be said differently?  When to stop, stand back and see what happens. Developing a critical eye, becoming dispassionate without indifference. Finding the right level of detachment. One of the many benefits of being a part of SAQA and the Queensland Quilters Art Quilt group is getting to spend time with equally passionate artists and experiencing the osmotic benefit of participation. It provides a real opportunity to grow. Sometimes it's a party in my head ... and other times it's "back to the visual diary". It is always, however, a real joy to be part of these amazing groups of artists.

2 comments:

Sue Dennis said...

Hi Ali, have you thought about changing the orientation of this piece to landscape format? Just an idea for you to ponder.

Unknown said...

Thanks Sue - a great thing to ponder - still orienting on the design board - I do prefer landscape.