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Three months into this
project and I find myself faced with a new dilemma. What is my priority, the art, or the subject (Paducah)?
The original concept was
to create a book featuring art that was generated by my encounter with the
city. It would be a book to look
at, rather than reading, and the primary focus would be the artwork. But as the work progressed, and I
visited more and more streets and neighborhoods in the city, the focus seems to
have quietly shifted to “presenting” the city itself, albeit through the art.
It is a subtle, but
significant change. If the primary
intent is to present my Paducah inspired art, then the subjects included are of
secondary concern. But if the goal
is to present a picture of Paducah, then it is important that I accurately
represent the city, and cover all significant areas.
I have decided that it
does not have to be an either-or situation and will work at being as inclusive
as possible, keeping the focus on the art and accepting the limitations of
trying to portray and all inclusive portrait of Paducah. The bottom line is…I continue to paint
and draw until …whatever.
Recent additions to the
portfolio:
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| Jefferson St. Sampler |
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| Kentucky Avenue shops |
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| Lower Town Sampler |
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