Monday, May 11, 2009

Andromeda Galaxy


Andromeda Galaxy
Archival ink ballpoint pen on mylar and paper

This image was all about layering. I drew an image on paper and overlayed it with mylar. I then drew on both the front and back of the translucent surface to create different tones. This process was more like aquatint, so it was helpful that I've had some experience with printmaking. Three layers took three times the work, so I really got to know this image. I was happy with the illusion of space in this drawing. In person, it really feels like it's pulling you in, much like the gravity of our larger, neighboring galaxy Andromeda.

2 comments:

dolls like us said...

Love what you are showing .

Colleen said...

Thank you so much! There's more to come.