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Ten Mask Series

The "Ten Masks" series is about the dislocation of emotion in an abused soul and the journey to recovery, beginning with "despair" and ending with a "passion" for life.
Inspired by the Japanese Noh theater a highly stylized and symbolic drama performed on a very simple stage with the actors wearing masks. It's themes concentrate on human destiny rather than events.

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Noh Mask

To learn about my thoughts on the "Ten Masks" series read my blog entry.

In Sunlight And Shadows.... In Moonlight And Candels.... Ten Masks...
("Ten Masks" movie click here)

Despair

Destiny

Reflection

Faith

Love

Hope

Perseverance

Joy

Sorrow

Passion

"Ten Masks" oil on canvas. 25.5 x 20.8 inches ( 65 x 53 cm. ).