Monographs

My use of the monograph ushered in a new level of engagement with the work… An expanded scope. It starts with the individual painting, expands to a theme based series and now to a group of series with an overarching theme. The book form makes possible the addition of previously hidden aspects of the creative process. It serves as a container for all aspects of the experience: the inner narrative, the outer influences and the final product.

Not just the final product, but a total experience… That small container is also the template for an installation piece. The book opens out onto the gallery walls. The spreads of the book are surrounded by the actual artwork… One can read the story as they move through the gallery, so they have the experience of walking through the book. Click here for an example.

The Story of Self book chronicles the twists and turns of life through six series of paintings. An external catalyst caused a shift in the work that became a journey to preserve the Self. The Story of Self book is both a PDF file (request a copy) and a flip book. Twenty virtual pages. 2017

Features work from these series: Surge and Super Surge, Flare, Standing Stones, Gather/Protect, Stone, Authentic Line & Pentagon

The Silent Knocking book chronicles a quest to pursue an uninvited image. As the drama unfolds, the image is traced back to its origin and then coaxed into awareness to be explored. This book covers seven series of art created over a two year time period.

Silent Knocking is the second in a series of Monographs. In 2018, the book was finished and physical copies were printed. A PDF copy of Silent Knocking may be found here.Features work from these series: Standing Stones, Gather/Protect, Stone, Authentic Line & Pentagon, Pebble, Core, and Boundary.