Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Tiny Bubbles


Tiny Bubbles

6" x 9"
Ink Drawing on Paper

This drawing is available for purchase here.
The theme of this highly charged drawing is the mythic concept of existence and consciousness. An array of variously-sized bubbles floats across a black starry cosmos. Inside the bubbles are elaborately-detailed psychedelic eyes, each one bursting with a special uniqueness. The composition of this piece represents the interconnectedness of life amidst our apparent individualities. This drawing is incredibly detailed; you can see close-ups to the right. My abstract artwork is very process-oriented and carries a spiritual meaning related to the mystery of existence and a reverence for the unfolding process of life. The designs in this drawing arose spontaneously in a stream-of-consciousness manner. While working on drawings that are this detailed, I become so immersed in the work that drawing the images becomes a meditative process through which I strive to achieve balance amidst chaos (similar to the concept of mushin). The colors and designs arise spontaneously and reflect my interest in tribal and aboriginal art, specifically in the act of storytelling through nonrepresentational means. My abstract art is also heavily inspired by my world travels, particularly my visits to remote tribal villages in the Kutch region of India, as well as my visits to temples and roadside shrines in Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. There is a 1" border around all 4 edges of the drawing, to allow for easy matting and framing.
Close-ups:


4 comments:

Sylvia Jenstad said...

Wow... this is an amazing piece...so cool...

Grah-Toe Studio,Inc said...

I LOVE "Tiny Bubbles" you already know this but what a gift you have ! Kimi

VELVEETA HEARTBREAK Michael J Bowman said...

I love this

thaneeya said...

Thanks, y'all! I really appreciate it. So glad you like the piece!