"The nature of anguish is translated into different forms." Franz Kline
Abstracted Anguish
Black paint on your brush, aimed across the canvas,
Fired with dynamism, skill and power,
Looming large and intensely bold, premeditated.
Expressions which soften the vice grip of disappointment
Clawing it's way through your psyche.
Oils and brushes ordered over the internet.
Six thousand tubes? Three favorite brushes?
Patrons pay to view your vision in the gallery
Sipping wine, bereft of bloodshed.
Your abstracted legacy, alive in artistic circles
And poems like this, or better, at Magpie Tales.
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expression softening the feelings...i can so relate to that one...it is def therapy for me...the second is a nice change of flow as well and in it people will find their own feelings...
ReplyDeleteBrian,
DeleteCreative expression through the arts does help people deal with anger, disappointment and rage. Everyone should choose the arts if they need help coping with life. Franz Kline's art is a perfect example of using this strategy. Thanks for the visit, Brian. =D
Ahh... such a different take on the prompt. Love that you thought of the artist as well as the painting and the references to his fame being seen long after his passing by wine drinkers.
ReplyDeleteLovely interpretation Linda.
Daydreamertoo,
DeleteThank you for these kind comments about the artist and for the little bit of love you left here, Bren. I always enjoy your visits. =D
that's just too many tubes of black paint. would that be Mars black
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Zongrik,
DeleteThere is a ton of black paint on Kline's canvases and the tubes are very small. How many works over how many years? Black runs out quickly for any artist. Yes, I would guess Mars Black. Six thousand is an exaggeration but thousands of tubes nonetheless. Thank you for visiting. =D
Sipping wine, bereft of bloodshed...oh we so often are...
ReplyDeleteTess,
ReplyDeleteAs Kline discovered, the arts offer ample opportunities to express your negative emotions, with such wonderful outcomes. There is no need for violent confrontations. Thanks for the forum and the inspirations, lovely lady. =D
I like the artist's perspective of putting his anguish and emotions in his abstract work ~ A good therapy indeed ~
ReplyDeleteGrace,
DeleteI am always interested in the motivation for the creation of works of art. Kline's work made more sense when I read about his broken childhood. Lots of black spaces there. Thank you for the thoughtful comments posted here. =D
Great write about Kline and art as therapy. I like the quote you included, and the Nora Jones song is a perfect complement.
ReplyDeleteMary,
DeleteI read the quote on a reference page and went with the anguish. Thank you for leaving your great comment here. I think Nora Jones' singing is always a perfect compliment. I really love her soft, melodic style. =D
It's a fine tribute detailing his emotions in the process. We often sing praises on the masterpiece rarely on the artist as you did. Norah's lingering music is always a gem. Thanks for sharing Linda!
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Hank,
DeleteI am always interested in motivation and technique when art is created. Kline's work is very expressive and bold. On the other hand, Nora Jones is just as expressive in a softer but sweeter way. Thanks for coming by today, Hank. =D
Really loving how you described the art-patrons - "Sipping wine, bereft of bloodshed."
ReplyDeleteTeagan,
DeleteThank you for coming by and leaving your supportive and very kind comment. I appreciate the love. =D
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ReplyDeleteAhhh... love the ending to this exquisite piece.
ReplyDeleteLaurie,
DeleteThank so much for these exquisite comments, and what better ending than our infamous Magpie Tales? Thanks, Laurie!=D
How many tubes and so few brushes ! quite the obsession huh? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteIzzy,
DeletePainters do not need many brushes.... they have their favorites, but what they use most is black and white paint. It's very easy to obsess over artistic pursuits. Thanks for visiting and leaving these interesting comments. =D
We may not need many brushes,however I have to leave paint for colored pencils- because I get lost in over painting!
Deleteand sometimes do not know when to stop at all!! ;)
I became part of the process of painting...your words are magical!
ReplyDeleteLyn,
DeleteI can lose days and days when I paint. Thank you for leaving a little magic here. That's very kind. =D
Linda- fabulous!
ReplyDeleteKathe,
DeleteLyn left magic, followed by your fabulous.... happy smiles here and much gratitude. Thanks so much!! =D
Hi Linda, nice one.like it
ReplyDeleteSunny,
DeleteThank you for visiting and leaving this nice comment. =D I hope school went well and you are getting a bit of a break.=D
I wonder if it would be worth ordering the oaintbrushes and having them sent to a false address, that is not connected to you, that way, your real paintbrushes would be free to cavort , their nguish tempered with mirth. Still, i suppose, in the final analysis , the joke would be on you. But i love this idea of the unsuspecting punters unknowingly being in the same room with these dark forces arrayed aroundmthe walls, , good one, Linda !
ReplyDeleteKutamun,
DeletePaint supplies are WAY too expensive to send to an alternative address. Brushes that Kline would have used would have been very large, probably with exotic brush hairs from some unusual source. Art is much more interesting when you add deep emotions. Thank you for the fun idea of paintbrush affairs. =D
Eximious! I like how you went with this.....and let's all share in a sip of wine, sounds inviting to me...oops, it's still lunch hour! Oh well, later!
ReplyDeleteKaren,
DeleteAwww... thank you for the very generous comments. Wine and lunch.... divine.... cheers! =D
nicely done Linda...thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteWayne,
DeleteThank you for visiting and I appreciate your complimentary message. =D
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ReplyDeleteFascinating take on the Magpie. I love the way you went from the artist's perspective. The word 'claw' stuck with me because even though I went a totally different way, when I first looked at the picture, I saw what I imagine to be a claw poking out at the bottom left. Every time I go back to the picture, that's what I see. It's wonderful that you know about Kline's angst and as an artist yourself, managed to convey that in this excellent piece. Well done!
ReplyDeleteBee',
ReplyDeleteThank you for the very kind comments you've posted here. I was interested that Kline had a messed up childhood, knowing he could have brought retribution on others. Instead he used the arts to vent his angst and it paid off for him. We need to encourage others to use the arts to express their feelings... what ever is clawing or gnawing away at personal emotions.
The dryness of Kline's brush technique caused a few claw like shapes within the brushwork here. I appreciate your visit Bee. =D
Hi Linda thanks for such a lovely reply,you are right my university is off and i am enjoying the holidays,and as this is the month of Ramazan (Islamic month)so now a days i am fasting,and as you are my really sweet and good blogger friend i will definitely pray for you.and keep visiting my blog as it is such a great honor for me.
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