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About FLO BARTELL

the

Artist &

the In one of several attempts to keep a journal, I abandoned my
goal of writing everyday and began to draw. Realistic portraits
Work gave way to abstracted objects and then to doodles. My
process became meditative, revealing, and therapeutic.

I usually visualize a person or a concept, make one line that

represents my theme, and let my hand lead the way while I
send positive energy to my subject. My style of doodling shifts
and has recently evolved into a maze of curves, circles, and
spirals.

In Tribute, I began in a more intentional way. To honor the
memory of my husband and to help me work through the

adjustments that come with the passing of a loved one, I
started with a contour sketch of him. I added important dates,
names, places we have lived, and small items like books and a
stethoscope.

I was gradually able to avoid holding any one line precious and
freely moved forward to bring balance and pleasing resolution.

Creating Tribute led me on a path of pleasant memories while I
considered my future.

TRIBUTE (DETAIL)
11X14”
PEN ON PAPER
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