Two Tuesdays 2014 - #1, "Overlook"

It's been quite a while (over a year!) but it's time to bring back "Two Tuesdays". No specific theme, size or medium for the work like I had for the 5" x 7" collages from 2012 just a goal to share something here that I am working on or have finished at least twice a month. 

I started this back in October and this is the finished piece.

'Overlook'- 7.25" x 9.25" collage on paper

Painted Paper and New Collage

A new collage in the works.

 I just love the way the paint takes to this paper, especially along the torn edges. 

Where have I been?

 In the studio cleaning...

Starting on some new work...

and bringing this just finished piece to New London's Hygienic Art Gallery for its 34th annual Salon des Independants exhibit.

© K. Johnson 'Sacred Ground' - 8.5"x 5.5" collage on paper

Every January, even on the coldest of nights, this show in New London draws a big crowd. You never know what might be on display when the rules are No Judge,  No Jury, No fee, and No Censorship.

Two Tuesdays - Collage #12

2012 Collage Challenge

© K. Johnson 'Tranquillity' - 7" x 5" collage on paper

Autumn used to be my favorite season. Although I do still love that cool crispness you can get on an October day my negative side now only sees it as bringing on the cold and dark days of Winter.

This collage makes me think of my new favorite season Summer. The relaxing, tranquil, easy days. The longer days of light to enjoy the garden or a walk on the beach later in the day. What is your favorite season? Has it always been the same? What is it that makes it more special than the other 3 seasons?

Today is the last full day of Spring and the Summer Solstice will bring us the longest days of the year this week. Get outside and enjoy!


All the collages in this series can be seen here.