Chris Pig Linoleum: Texture

Chris Pig has worked with linoleum since the age of fourteen, and has used this medium to represent the world around him.  His pieces shift between personal narrative and pure aesthetic.

The Big Artichoke

105x75cm

Edition of 10

In "The Big Artichoke", Pig's use of thin line creates a delicate texture for his subject.  These lines accent the form of the leaves, stem and the string holding the artichoke.  He also uses thin line to create a soft wood-like background.  For the artichoke's shadow, Pig uses subtle diagonal lines in order to direct focus to the artichoke itself.

http://www.chrispig.com/linocuts.htm

Chris Pig Linoleum: Balance

Deena

39x33cm

Edition of 20

For the piece "Deena", Pig creates balance with differing line patterns.  For the model's body, the lines create a contour around her arms and face, making her appear organic against an artificial environment.  For the wall, Pig utilizes vertical line to contrast with the horizontal line on the table.  He also balances the piece with light; the left side is dark, which allows the gradient to shift to light.  This allows the model to appear as if she is emerging from the darkness of her surroundings.

http://www.chrispig.com/linocuts.htm

Chris Pig Linoleum: Shape

Pandora

50x33cm

Edition of 20

In the piece "Pandora", Pig balances organic and graphic shapes.  For his model, he uses delicate line in order to create value in the face and neck.  For the background, the floral shapes create a stark contrast against the black, with gives the effect of illumination. 

http://www.chrispig.com/index.htm

Simon Schubert Blind Emboss: Line

 

Long Hallway 

100x75

2009

 

Central Hallway with Mirrors

 100x75

2007

For the pieces "Long Hallway" and "Central Hallway with Mirrors", Schubert utilizes lines in order to direct focus to the center.  Again, he uses diagonal line to create movement in "Central Hallway with Mirrors".  In "Long Hallway", Schubert uses straight line in order to create a focal point to the central doorway.

http://www.simonschubert.de/index.html

Simon Schubert Blind Emboss

Simon Schubert

"Staircase"
2006
75cm x 50cm

Schubert is a German artist who was born in Cologne in 1976.  He embosses his paper pieces by folding them, allowing light to create the illusion of shadow or dimensions over raised areas. 

House Level

 100x75

For this piece, Schubert utilizes diagonal line in order to create a sense of movement towards the central subject.

http://www.simonschubert.de/index.html