Part of a two painting set, I am loving how these fireflies have an alien feel to them. Normally, my insects tend to take on human characteristics (ironic), but early on they started to look like insects from outer space, so I went with it. Unlike my Renouncing the Web II series, these are fairly small and painted on deep cradled primed hardboard (not chiffon). The background is a very dark indigo with red tones, and the edges are lined with gold leaf. Also incorporated is my favorite, often used, stylized spiral. The spirals add to the alien feel.
I've found that I have a small fascination for fireflies. So much is unknown about them, and they apparently have a very complex communication system. Perhaps not unlike our cyberculture?
So, I will probably continue painting these side pieces, outside my usual insect series. I just love working with cadmium green on indigo.
I've found that I have a small fascination for fireflies. So much is unknown about them, and they apparently have a very complex communication system. Perhaps not unlike our cyberculture?
So, I will probably continue painting these side pieces, outside my usual insect series. I just love working with cadmium green on indigo.
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