Rusi

Meeting Rusi

I've been re-working Rusi all this month.  I don't understand my motivation to 

return.  This is a piece that I haven't exhibited; although it hangs in my studio

for me to observe. I really should be working on some newer ideas I want to develop

 but this image seems to be a thorn in my side.  For some nagging reason I haven't gotten 

to the meat of the subject.  I've had a year to observe and 

think about it and finally decided the original didn't convey my evolving feelings 

for this traditional Thai puppet figure.  While I probably will continue to 

rework the image a bit more, this is where it is tonight.  I need more polish 

on the slightly visible words surrounding the person figure.  Possibly some 

Thai phrases surrounding Rusi.

Original Rusi (printed 11" x 50")

I orignally did this very long and extended version with self portraits tied in knots.  At the time I think my insertion into the Rusi myth  (hermit who knows everything about your character) conveyed a universal reaction.  Now in retrospect; those viewing a Nang performance could only bring their own unique identity; both positive and negative properties to judgement.   In my new version I simply meet with no judgements.  This is not the final version and while it seems strange to present works in progress, that is the nature of the blog.  Final version to hopefully come soon.