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Monday, June 29, 2020

Staple Collage Series - 04



Staple Collage Series - 04


Funny how things work out.  I am going to debut a video below and since it is also an Asian theme, it goes perfectly with today’s collage.  That was serendipitous.  That is a great word.  I like how it sounds.

The video is of an Asian themed book that I have been working on for the last two weeks.  I made the book structure many months ago but put it in a drawer.  While cleaning my office I  discovered it recently.

I made the journal out of muslin and Japanese ledger paper.  Then I started a painting process and then collage followed by stitching.  I also used some graphite pencil.  I am debating on whether or not to add a title.  Here is the video......



8 comments:

Bea said...

Really lovely book. I especially like the windows and marks...

jacki long said...

Loved both, John. Like Bea, the windows were terrific!
Such a treasure, you are so talented.

anonymous said...

Incredible work. Wish you'd commented if it has a subject or is a purely visual objet d'art. xcr

julia said...

John, we are trying to pick our jaws up off the floor...your book is simply incredible and unforgettable.. Anytime, but esp in lockdown, we can stay at home and have an incredible tour like this one? Of completely jaw-dropping work!
Your book makes we want to know the story of every single person there.

julia said...

I blame my age on the above typos! Forgive me

tgarrett said...

This is terrific John and that book is amazing!!! I will never forget when all the gents were at my house and in the time we had you got so into making this small book and you finished it there!

Elsa of Lake Forest Park said...

Okay, I’m overwhelmed.
A powerful tome and would love to see it in person someday.
This is so well filmed also, perfect slow timing. Just right.

Lotta said...

What a beautiful book! I loved the zen quality of the video too. 😊