Troika - 36" x 24" Triptych - SOLD
The name TROIKA (pronounced troi-kuh) means “group of three acting in unity.” This original abstract incorporates 3 canvases containing 3 circles. It is inspired by and representative of Love, Word and Truth acting together in unity giving us never ending hope.
Layers of crinkled tissue paper were applied for texture on a 36” x 24” canvas. Then numerous layers of paint using thick and thin coats and glazes were used to create a leather effect. (Note: The leather look of the base canvas does not show up very well in the photo so the painting really has to be seen in person to experience it.)
Next, a tissue paper background was applied to two 16” x 20” canvases. The circle and line relief textures were created using twisted tissue paper adhered with acrylic gel. Color was painted, washed and glazed in varying layers to achieve the final effect. Metallic gold scumbled over the circles and lines accentuates the relief texture adding highlights. Both smaller canvases were securely attached to the larger base canvas to complete the triptych.
TROIKA sold in 2010 to a private collector in Greensboro, NC.