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More collage experiments . . .

Tuesday, October 29th, 2013

“All the works of man have their origin in creative fantasy.”
— Carl Jung

Anyone who thinks that everything about collage is known is probably stuck in a dull place. Continuous experimentation is vital, whether or not we divulge or share the products of our investigation, and constructive self-criticism is essential, if one is to avoid the pitfall of “artistic comfort.”

Untitled (kaleidoscope)
collage experiment by J A Dixon
4 x 3.75 inches, not for sale

its You
collage experiment by J A Dixon
4.375 x 3 inches, not for sale

Reign Glorious
collage experiment by J A Dixon
3.25 x 4.5 inches, not for sale

6 Pads Of Time
collage experiment by J A Dixon
3 x 4.25 inches, not for sale

84 Tonal Impressions
collage experiment by J A Dixon
3 x 4.25 inches, not for sale

Untitled (overlook)
collage experiment by J A Dixon
5 x 7.75 inches, not for sale

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Autumn Ode (to Merz)

Wednesday, October 23rd, 2013

This is a collage artwork that I currently have on display as part of the “Autumn Glory” exhibition in the Mahan Gallery at the Boyle County Public Library. If you find yourself in downtown Danville, please stop by the show. It lasts until December 1st.

Autumn Ode (to Merz)
mixed-media collage by J A Dixon
16 x 20 inches, framed
available for purchase

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Never stop scratching

Sunday, October 20th, 2013

“The true method of knowledge is experiment.”
— William Blake

Conducting intuitive experiments with eventual disclosure in mind may defeat their purpose at some level, but it can be beneficial at times to share the creative process that leads to new works. Nevertheless, the primary purpose of experimentation is to remove oneself from the context of producing something to be held up for evaluation by others. To investigate. To explore. To defy one’s own expectations.

Untitled (shards)
collage experiment by J A Dixon
4.5 x 7.5 inches, not for sale

suite)Shoes
collage experiment by J A Dixon
3.25 x 3.25 inches, not for sale

Untitled (la vie moderne)
collage experiment by J A Dixon
5 x 3.625 inches, not for sale

The New Number Two
collage experiment by J A Dixon
5.5 x 3.75 inches, not for sale

Morning Bancha
collage experiment by J A Dixon
3 x 3 inches, not for sale

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Attitude of Flight

Sunday, October 13th, 2013

Attitude of Flight
collage miniature by J A Dixon
3.875 x 5.875 inches

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Adjusting Her Expectations

Saturday, October 12th, 2013

Adjusting Her Expectations
collage miniature by J A Dixon
5.25 x 3.75 inches

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The Fruit of Deceit

Thursday, October 10th, 2013

The Fruit of Deceit
collage miniature by J A Dixon
4.25 x 4.25 inches

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Saturday, October 5th, 2013

My birthday greetings to Fred Free.

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30-day countdown

Thursday, October 3rd, 2013

The “headquarters” has been getting a facelift in preparation for the Annual Open Studios ARTTOUR. We worked out the color scheme on the Model T garage before shifting to the bungalow. With all the recent improvements on our downtown block, you might say that an exterior makeover was a bit overdue. If you happen to be in the area during the first weekend of November, please plan to stop by.

I am pleased the high-ladder work is now behind me.

Model T Garage ~ BEFORE

Why is this man not inside making art?

Model T Garage ~ AFTER

Stucco needs to be patched and sealed before applying acrylic finish.
The rest of the wood gets oil-based paint.

Taking a break from restoration of box gutters. I had a good spot to watch the “Constitution 5K Run for the Arts” as competitors raced by.

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Theme and Variation in Collage, part 3

Friday, September 27th, 2013

“To me I think artists in general make a statement — and for the rest of their lives — every album, every book — are variations on a theme.”
— Mark Mothersbaugh

Here are two examples of my ongoing participation in groups that collaborate through thematic emphasis. Gentle Zephyr is a response to the theme of “music” at the Collage facebook page, but I also made obvious reference to the previous album, “atomic bombs.” Tir de Duc is my second submission to the Target Practice project initiated by L T Holmes. The exciting collaboration that makes use of vintage paper targets has taken on a new significance in recent weeks. Collage artists could spend all their available time interacting with each other through the many active collaborative formats. It is important to find the proper balance between solitary investigation and the dynamic cross-fertilization taking place within contemporary collage.

Gentle Zephyr
collage miniature by J A Dixon
6.625 x 9.25 inches

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Tir de Duc
collage miniature by J A Dixon
vintage target from L T Holmes
8 x 10 inches

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A Tempting Inclination

Friday, September 20th, 2013

My submission has been added to the Scopophilia Website, as the exhibition expands its online presence. It is interesting to observe how the transatlantic mail system added a bit of visual distress to my postcard. Why are collage artists fascinated by such things?

Thanks again to British artist Theo Miller for his ongoing management of the international Scopophilia Project. Still hoping to learn if the volume of submissions will culminate in a physical exhibition.