As I said earlier, the new sounds prompted a shift – in my imagination, and in my drive to create visuals that were prompted by what I was hearing. I began collecting what I call "manipulatives". Remember using those in grade school? Colored rods of varying lengths, foam die-cuts of geometric shapes, and even building blocks – meant to reinforce mathematical concepts.
So here are some manipulatives for grown-ups….organic and natural materials that will support my visions, assist me in creating compositions, and inform and inspire the new direction for my artmaking. I even set up a little zen sanctuary at the entrance to my studio. Love clanging the chimes as a ritual on my way in to play.
Next: the process of evolving ideas continue
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