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Isness 98, 48"x60" I often use negative space or blank canvas in my work as an integral part of the composition. Sometimes it is as important as the colored areas in the rest of the painting. Negative space can draw the eye to a particular section, balance the composition or simply allow the colors more space to breathe. Isness 5, 60"x48" You may notice in this work (Isness 5), how the lower blank area of the canvas is massive enough to balance the entire composition and form

Over the past 15 years, I have created a large body of work entitled the Isness series. During this time, I have had several solo shows in different museums and art centers across the nation and have often been asked to explain what the word Isness means. The title Isness refers to a philosophy I call the Isness of Being. Several years ago I came across a small book entitled “An Introduction to the Tao” by Professor Alan Watts. In this book, Professor Watts tries to explain t

Modern Abstract, Fine Art, Bassmi Artist, New Art Concepts