These paintings are 6x6", 8x8", or 10x10", shiny enamel on panel, some over a layer of concrete (a beautiful painting ground). Most of them incorporate pearls, little brilliants, or glass marbles.  One has a bone.  The flowers were captured via the miracle of modern technology from the botanical illustrations of J-P Redoute, then overpainted. 

 

Recline


Moon Suckle


Abroad After Dark


(encrustation detail)


Camellia with Weaponry


Unjewelled


Dragon Bride


(small quivering pearls on wires
attached only at the very bottom)
 

Drop


Queen of Heaven


Cycle


Mime


Principessa in Notte


Passion


Bridesmaid's Discard



(detail, with baby pearls)

 Holy North


Funeral Scent with Trade Beads


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