Isaiah CNC Woodcut whether derived from the outside

whether derived from the outside world or inside one's mind

each element pressed onto the surface the way history presses itself onto people

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A bold yellow shape that represents the sun's rays surrounds the inner red-orange core

I maintain the message offered by a particular piece of art depends entirely upon the viewer

Isaiah CNC Woodcut whether derived from the outsideIsaiah Zagar created this self portrait in 1986. As with his mosaics, he decorated this energetic print with vibrant colors and lively patterns. Turquoise and green horizontal stripes, layered with red flowers and leaves, create a playful background. Bold red lines follow the contours of his bright yellow hair, eyes, nose, mouth, and beard. Look closely to find people, leaves, branches, flowers, hands, and even a coffee cup embedded within the