All of these are from the late 70's, just samples of stuff I have always liked.
1) A Happy Face From 1977, a study in color-filled squiggly lines.
2) How Are Ya Doin'? From 1976, after an extended stay in the hospital, a valid question.
3) Only A Passing Hippie, In His World An update of an earlier piece, done in 1975, that I xeroxed and added to in 1978, as an update of what had happened to Our Hero. It is the oldest and youngest piece in here, by virtue of its provenance.
4) Peace Now From 1978, a flag for a generation in full flower.
5) Ready to Break Out From 1977, a statement of purpose, the star was going to explode.
6) The Star Is Born From 1978, the star begins to emerge.
7) What Stuff Is This Madness? From 1977, originally a phone number doodle, this got the full treatment, to see where it would lead.
15 comments:
From an architect, I would definitely expect the angular take on some of those. But do tell, did you draw the straight lines freehand??? Sheila
Ready to Break Out--that one struck me. Caught my fancy. Like it a lot. I find your work interesting and a bit thought provoking...or perhaps I should say, makes my mind drift off to other places. Cool.
I especially like #1... the first thing that came to mind was a style of Native American art that I love... from the Chilkat... If you're not familiar with their art do a search on Chilkat and I think you'll like what you see.
number one and seven are my favs' good work~carrie~
the entry to your journal from kent schrum was mine I was on my husbands homepage
Wish I could see these pics, but I can't for some reason. Says refresh the page or busy server or something. Oh well. I'll keep trying since I love art and architecture. Guess that's why I spent so much money sending my son to 5 years of college majoring in architecture. What does he do for a living after all that money spent? He frames houses and builds decks. Oh well, at least he's happy.
Thanks for your comments in my journal. It's rare but refreshing to find a Vietnam Vet with the same political viewpoint as myself. (It's 80 degrees in my pool by the way!)
Although they are all unique and good, my favs are 1, 5 and 7 :)
Hey there! I love when you post your artwork! I looked through the comments, and I guess I am with the majority when I say that I favor #s 1 and 7 best.
#1 can be seen several ways----first thing I thought of was Chinese New Year (you know, the Lion Head costume with body trailing behind)....then I was reminded of some artwork I saw while in Japan. Maybe you didn't know you had such an Eastern influence to your work? Or maybe it was the crimson hue that brought that to the forefront of my mind. Either way, I really like the piece!
#7 is just cool! I say that in a graffiti sort of way. I guess you sort of knew that though. And maybe the suggestion was there even before I saw it since I read your descriptions before viewing. (Maybe I'll know better next time.) Either way, this is the kind of art that makes you want to follow the lines, make the journey with them to see what kind of interesting turns they take. I like that kind of stuff. And I really like the splashes of color thrown in. And, to tell you the complete truth, the history behind it makes it all the more intriguing! Who's number was it anyway? j/k LOL :)
CarrieCMc
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Ahhh, the power of lines. I really love these. I think it's wonderful you saved all of these. I bet in the 70's you never dreamed of sharing them on such a place, the internet. I'm glad you kept them! My eye's are delighted.
Rebecca
#1 - Happy Face is my favorite piece!
Hi Bruce, I see you stopped by my journal jar sorry about the graphic ...it reflexs my mood ....see entry in main journal. Interesting art there looks like my mind lately I can identify with it.and I like it. Things are have settled a little and I'm and when I get things striaght I will contact you so I know where to send your peanut brittle.....I found my raw peanuts so now all I have to do is make it. Till then take care .....Diane
I love number 7; I have no reason why...all are great! My first time, here. I linked through another journal. JAE
You have a great mind. I love your art work. Mine was damaged in the hurricanes.
I already attempted this once. Had to sign off and purge my browser. You know dial ups and weather and we have rain in South Cackolacky today. Thanks for your encouraging comments and openess. I browsed some of your work and it's uniqueness makes me smile. Good stuff. Like the middle of an oreo. Depending on your outlook on pop culture references, that could be bad. (: But when I leave a comment I don't want to say what everyone else does. And hopefully, my viewpoint helps. At least I didn't say I like the colors. Hope to hear from you again.
In the meantime, I'll put you in my favorites and eventually link you up to my journal.
Boy, this brought back a few memories from my art classes. I loved drawing the geometric forms, floating in space. Your first picture is my fav. ~ Lori
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