Particles and dropping off the edge of nowhere

May 10, 2008 at 4:11 PM
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For the newest work, I focused on a darker palette. I am so fond of indigo lately. Especially juxtaposed to colors such as orange, red, magenta and deep ochres. Thinking of how the complexity of the universe includes us in it... that is a deep well from which to drink creativity.

Here is "Then we tilted". Approx 12"x18", watercolor, ink and pastel:

"Then we tilted"

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Detail pics and the original thumbnail:

"Then we tilted"

sketch for "Then we tilted"

I really enjoyed chipping away at this piece - thinking of the wonder of just existing here, with my family and all the unknown things that spiral around us. Have a great weekend.

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i think i told you this before, but i really like the dark in the background :)

mmmm, i like the indigo - it's cosy

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Your artwork is absolutely beautiful. Love the style and colors. Gorgeous.

Charmagne Coe replied to allison’s comment:
May 11, 2008
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Thank you. I dream in indigo these days... really not kidding.

Kris, thank you for your kind words and for coming around. ;-)

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This is gorgeous. What did you use to make the little shapes in the background (ie, not the ones bounded by the black lines)?

Charmagne Coe replied to Emu with a Clue’s comment:
May 12, 2008
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Thank you for your lovely comment. I use layers and layers of pastel and watercolor to create the shapes. Some are overlayed with ink. Some are not. Have a great day!

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I really love the childlike wonder in your work, it's like magic.

Charmagne Coe replied to Renee’s comment:
May 13, 2008
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Thank you. I give credit to my children for the inspiration born out of their magical world they share with me.

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