Below is the woodblock I've carved to use in this series. It is a bit akin to patterning in "abjure" from the Interloper series. It is an interpretation of a whole note hanging on a notation bar. I have another panel to carve to represent variations on a theme. I am not ready to use them and am convinced slightly I may not have to. The series is progressing slowly and methodically. I'm able to refine passages with confidence as I learn how to sit down again. The key is not to be in a hurry and focusing on one passage at all allow for greater detail and a stronger push and pull on the paper. With detailing I noticed I buried more passages and developed more surfaces to crest. Three completed half sections follow the woodblock.
One assist to my work is suggested to simplify compositions and be wary if not forget bold colors. I'm not at fault at the last comments, but I have to consider the first. Just being wary of producing more by streamlining process, does not guarantee purchases. And if that is my staid and true technique, should I not stick with developing textural richness in the overall picture. It juts against my need for fetish, affectation and patterning.
With all the care to detail, I wonder if I shouldn't just pack it all in and prepare my works for an archaeological dig. Work as if it no one is watching and nothing matters. Work out of a selfish need to leave a mark and make it 100% autobiographical. Then store it away somewhere and let some one else find it after I die. Nah. I know better. I like sharing my toys.