J. Bergquist Paper Paintings

I work with paper, cutting, tearing, slicing, and layering to create 2-D dimensional images. Get close and see that the texture, depth, light and shadow are developed through the layering, texture and choice of colored paper.
 
 

Hummingbird in Pines

Commissioned work. Rufus visiting a favorite birdfeeder in the pines. Close up of a Hummingbird and the pine bough to give a relationship of the size of the hummingbird. Using paper to create Iridescences and rolled paper for pine needles. Paper, charcoal, and gel medium on canvas in a black wood frame.
Commissioned work from their personal photograph. 11" x 14"