There is some discussion about whether or not
one should name a painting or a drawing or an installation. Abstracts are often
numbered. I like choosing a name. Often, I am told, it allows the viewer to get
in the door. Sometimes is closes it. This image came to me while I was
meditating one morning. Having a sketchbook beside my bed I leaned over to
record the inspiration before continuing contemplation. It stayed in my
sketchbook for some time, incubating. This week I decided to develop it as a
linocut. I printed around forty images. They are all different. I am in the
process of editing (ripping up the less desirable ones). My intention is to
enter a certain competition, an ongoing occupation. And the name? To begin with
I chose “Never Alone”. Having sat with that for a while I became increasingly
aware of the negative energy around ‘never’. Although the image can be
challenging my intention is to share the hope. Sometimes I feel all alone, even
in a crowd. I am sure everyone experiences this at various times while living
life. I have come to know, however, the feeling is fleeting and false. I am not
alone. I am “Beloved”. Life is good.
P.S.
Don't miss the JazzArt event at Bonnie Doon Community League (9240 93 St Edmonton) this Saturday at 7pm. Should be fun.
