Been traveling around a lot since graduation, and finally have set some roots in Vermont for the winter! Tons of art on the east coast, and a lot of prints too! Excited to have some time to create a new series based on my current surroundings in nature, as well as the beautiful and magical farm I lived on in Maine. This image is a drawing that I completed months ago, after the completion of my figure drawing class. I am still fascinated by the human form and with this image I have used a layering technique to flip the image around so the female figure is embracing the reflection of herself. The image represents a confidence with the figure but also a sense of vulnerability, a need for support. I also focus on the treasures underneath the flesh, in this case the vertebrae. The vertebrae is a beautiful series of bones that lies within chakras and energy channels which is strikingly important to the posture of the figure. I wish that I could etch this image into a plate and print it.....I just don't have an available press, but when I find one, this will be the first image I work with! Peace and love. Heather Neff
4 comments:
This figure is beautiful and the color really stands out. I love how she is embracing her reflection..we all should be so confident to do that. I think our vulnerability is really what makes us beautiful.
Wow! As always Heather, beautiful work. You are a master of the figure. I love your depiction of the figures; especially the dominant one which is brightly colored. The spine adds a unique emphasis to the work. Glad to hear you're doing well! Peace and love back at ya!
I love how complex the content is, and how you executed it with the use of layers. The mixture of color and simply drawn lines is very powerful too. Love it!
Your figure continues to develope.. I'm so happy you are continuing on your pursuit. The back especially is a crazy thing, mine never stops surprising me. We build up so much of our lives in our back and you have really brought up an interesting focus on your figure. Keep at it and I hope you are enjoying your journey. MISS YOU
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