Photomontages

I went out to check for any mail, clipped one broken branch off a tree, went upstairs and put something in the attic, picked up the cat's toys and put the toys in their basket. Then, I noticed shadows moving across the bedroom wall.

Photomontages and Darkroom Prints- Works on Paper (1998-2012)

Art making like everything else has its limitations including those that are self-imposed. In a creative process elements of chance and similar methodologies are proven to suppress rational thought in order to experiment and explore the unknown areas, and experiences that may not be possible through methods of conscious thought. The shapes were made using a 1/2" grid template with 1-36 (x axis) and A-Z (y axis). I used the grid to generate random shapes. Letters and numbers were generated by chance to create a single point on the grid. Starting with a 3 pointed shape then 4, 5,6,7, and 8 point shapes, each of the shapes became larger and progressively more complex. The process determined the shapes but were consciously selected and positioned. I like the idea of suppression of rational thought as a subversive tool, but also in conjunction with rational assessments. There's an unexpected liberating sense of freedom that goes along with it, but rationalizing is equally important.