"Above and Below H Two O" is a whimsical mixed media shadowbox created by Sherry Candy Lane. It measures 9" wide x 15" high. Wooden frame...glass face. About 2" deep. Beautiful girl is barely wet--the 1980's long-saved illustrated card has been waiting for its moment to shine. Sherry has a lot of fun by barely dipping the figure & yet still gives the illusion of Above & Below participation in the elements.
Above, the illustrated creature-filled tree has been re-created by the artist with similar butterflies, pheasant-like birds, feathers, & fabric embellishments. A touch of the underwater pattern teases the viewer to keep the two scenes related with the use of the triangular, orange, 1970's optical illusion pin...(a second one used in lower left section of water scene..)
Below is the simple, yet alluring water scene. A splash of tiny seashells helps the eye dive below. A light blue section made from sheer, fabric floral wrap paper brings depth to the waters, partially hiding & shadowing colorful fishes. Shell pins, wooden fish pin, petite shells, beads, & a brass fish on the ocean floor bring gentle dimensions to this whimsical adventure.
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