I really pushed outside of my comfort zone on this painting. I resisted the urge to smooth out the painterly quality and get the colors to be exact to what I was seeing. It was a good exercise for me. As for the subject matter, I've found great wisdom in
I Ching or
Book of Changes. These coins have been tossed many times for insight and reflection.
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I Ching Shell, 5 x 7 in, Oil on canvas panel |