1064 “Worship Trilogy A” 12 x 15 in. 30.48 x 40.64/45.72 cm, mixed media on gessoed paper
All varieties of religion have a Most Important Person conducting rituals. The regular folks see him/her/them from the back as they conduct spiritual business before an altar or similar.
1064 “Worship Trilogy B” 12 x 15 in. 30.48 x 40.64/45.72 cm, mixed media on gessoed paper
These panels are like three frames in a video of the performance/service. Hands up holding something, genuflecting or bowing, hands lowered, and then arms raised, standing tall.
1064 “Worship Trilogy C” 12 x 15 in. 30.48 x 40.64/45.72 cm, mixed media on gessoed paper
Garments are special, unique to ritual. They are often gaudy, enlarging and distorting the familiar human silhouette, adding drama, importance, and an other worldly vibe.