Okay, here's the third example of text as texture. (The first can be seen here and the second here.)
The things that I think work in this example are: the background interest is more complex. There is also more variation in sizes of text. And I like the single spot of color in the middle. The two vertical boxes add a structural element to the otherwise organic feel of the piece.
The things that do not work are: the 'c' in grace has been completely covered. Where this piece is not necessarily meant to be legible, the covering of the 'c' leaves a visual a hole. There is no real focal point to grab the eye and move it around the piece. It's too disorderly.
i love the direction that this is going! is there a way you can sneak that letter "c" back into the word grace? if so, i think your focal point would be back in full force! your letterforms are gorgeous, as always!!! xox, :))
ReplyDeleteHi Jo - I really like the walnut wash and letters and the blocks of italic and writing. Grace is so strong - wouldn't it be exciting if you could rediscover the 'c'? The two vertical rectangles distract me a bit - not sure why!?! I normally love a bit of structure but the organic soft edges have won me over here! I like the way you analyse things and this work is growing each day.
ReplyDeleteHello Jo,
ReplyDeleteI liked too much of your art!
is light and different!
dedication to reach the goal ...
and the results are amazing!
a big hug,
Denise from São Paulo