Visitors from the Liminal Field
This is a community of imaginary creatures inspired by interactions I’ve had with the natural world, dreams, and the spiritual practice of journeying. Holy gnats, bee beings, iridescent horses, mermaid spawn, and “egglettes” exist in a liminal space, welcoming your attention and gaze. They have been gathering around me for years, like a fairy tale not fully articulated.
While rendering these beings, I often find myself navigating the intricate balance along the abstract-illustrative-realistic spectrum. Straying too far into abstraction obscures their innate charm, while veering towards excessive realism makes them look like monsters. I gravitate toward an illustrative style akin to that of a children's book, yet doing so occasionally triggers concerns about the perceived seriousness of my artistic endeavors – I am not, after all, a children's book illustrator. I bounce between the realms of illustration and semi-abstraction, seeking the sweet spot that does justice to both their essence and my artistic intent, all the while delighting in their presence.
While rendering these beings, I often find myself navigating the intricate balance along the abstract-illustrative-realistic spectrum. Straying too far into abstraction obscures their innate charm, while veering towards excessive realism makes them look like monsters. I gravitate toward an illustrative style akin to that of a children's book, yet doing so occasionally triggers concerns about the perceived seriousness of my artistic endeavors – I am not, after all, a children's book illustrator. I bounce between the realms of illustration and semi-abstraction, seeking the sweet spot that does justice to both their essence and my artistic intent, all the while delighting in their presence.
