The Crossing [available]

The shadows of William Seward Burroughs II and Benecio Monseratte Rafael del Toro Sánchez intersected and overlapping.

Drypoint engraving. One edition of 5 prints. 4 x 6 inches.

2017.

The Black Shadow [available]

The shadow of Cherilyn “Cher” Sarkisian. The linguistic idea formed from the memorable Coil lyric from a live set: “Beware, beware the black shadow of Cher.” The surface is layered alternately in transparent glazes of black and white, with each layer dry between applications.

Oil on canvas. 73 x 55 inches.

2017-2018.

The Violent Shade [available]

Scarlett Johansson’s shadow, bruise-colored and left in a corner.

Oil on canvas. 71 x 47 inches. 2017-2018.

The Black Shadow - Study

The shadow of Cherilyn “Cher” Sarkisian. The linguistic idea formed from the memorable Coil lyric from a live set: “Beware, beware the black shadow of Cher.” White chalk applied in fairly strict horizontal lines on black paper.

Chalk pastel on paper. 25 x 19 inches. 2017.

The Violent Shade - Study

Scarlett Johansson’s shadow, bruise-colored and left in a corner.

Chalk pastel on paper. 25 x 19 inches. 2017.

Singularity - Study

The small and lone shadow of Deborah (Debbie) Ann “Blondie” Harry compressed against a wall.

Conte and chalk on paper. 25 x 19 inches. 2017.

Bound to a Wall - Study

Kevin Spacey Fowler’s shadow sitting stretched in the spotlight.

Chalk pastel on paper. 19 x 25 inches. 2017.

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